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SHEIKH

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun

S 1/1
H 4/3
E 1/1
I 1/1
K 5/5
H 4/3

Definition of SHEIKH

noun

The leader of an Arab village, family or small tribe.

noun

An Islamic religious cleric; the leader of an Islamic religious order.

noun

(some Arab Gulf countries) An official title for members of the royal family as well as some prominent families.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
14
points

Is SHEIKH a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: SHEIKH uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SHEIKH

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

Letter sheikh Total
Scrabble 141154 16
WWF 131153 14

How to Use SHEIKH in Word Games

SHEIKH is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHEIKH 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 SHEIKH to find 32 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHEIKH

What does SHEIKH mean?
SHEIKH is a noun. The leader of an Arab village, family or small tribe.
Is SHEIKH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHEIKH is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHEIKH worth in Scrabble?
SHEIKH is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHEIKH?
You can make 32 words from the letters in SHEIKH. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.