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RISHI

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of RISHI

noun

A Vedic poet and seer who composed Rigvedic hymns, who alone or with others invokes the deities with poetry of a sacred character.

noun

(post-Vedic) A Hindu sage or saint occupying the same position in India history as the patriarchs of other countries, constituting a peculiar class of beings in the early mythical system, as distinct from Asuras, Devas and mortal men.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
7
points

Is RISHI a Scrabble Word?

Yes, RISHI is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: RISHI uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RISHI

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter rishi Total
Scrabble 11141 8
WWF 11131 7

Anagrams of RISHI

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use RISHI in Word Games

RISHI is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, RISHI is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RISHI to find 14 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RISHI

What does RISHI mean?
RISHI is a noun. A Vedic poet and seer who composed Rigvedic hymns, who alone or with others invokes the deities with poetry of a sacred character.
Is RISHI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RISHI is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RISHI worth in Scrabble?
RISHI is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from RISHI?
You can make 14 words from the letters in RISHI. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of RISHI?
The anagrams of RISHI (words using the exact same letters) are: SIRIH. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.