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SELAH

/ˈsiːlə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, interjection

S 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
A 1/1
H 4/3

Definition of SELAH

noun

A pause or rest of a contemplative nature.

interjection

A word occurring between verses or paragraphs in parts of the Hebrew Bible, namely in Habakkuk and the Psalms; perhaps indicating a pause, either for contemplation or for the singer to clear his or her throat.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is SELAH a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SELAH

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

Letter selah Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 11213 8

Anagrams of SELAH

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SELAH in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SELAH 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 SELAH to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SELAH

What does SELAH mean?
SELAH is a noun. A pause or rest of a contemplative nature.
Is SELAH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SELAH is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SELAH worth in Scrabble?
SELAH is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SELAH?
You can make 53 words from the letters in SELAH. 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 SELAH?
The anagrams of SELAH (words using the exact same letters) are: HALES, HEALS, LEASH, SHALE, SHEAL. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.