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SHEKEL

/ˈʃɛkəl/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

S 1/1
H 4/3
E 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of SHEKEL

noun

A currency unit of both ancient and modern Israel.

noun

(often antisemitic) Money, especially that purportedly owned or distributed as bribes by Jewish elites.

noun

An ancient unit of weight equivalent to one-fiftieth of a mina.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
13
points

Is SHEKEL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

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

Letter Values for SHEKEL

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

Letter shekel Total
Scrabble 141511 13
WWF 131512 13

How to Use SHEKEL in Word Games

SHEKEL is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHEKEL 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 SHEKEL to find 45 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHEKEL

What does SHEKEL mean?
SHEKEL is a noun. A currency unit of both ancient and modern Israel.
Is SHEKEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHEKEL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHEKEL worth in Scrabble?
SHEKEL is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SHEKEL?
You can make 45 words from the letters in SHEKEL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.