How many points is SHIVA worth in Scrabble?

SHIVA is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIVA?

SHIVA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to SHIVA?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHIVAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SHIVA

11 pts

SHIVA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. SHIVA is a noun form of shivah. SHIVAH means "Jewish period of formal mourning".

Meaning & examples

noun

A weeklong period of formal mourning for a close relative.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SHIVA is a noun form of shivah. SHIVAH means "Jewish period of formal mourning".

In a sentence: "The shiva is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SHIVA. It scores 11 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SHIVAH15 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after SHIVA. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

SHIVAS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in SHIVA, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 11

SHIVA Scrabble FAQ

Is SHIVA a Scrabble word?: SHIVA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does SHIVA mean?: SHIVA is a noun form of shivah. SHIVAH means "Jewish period of formal mourning".
How do you use SHIVA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The shiva is noted."
How many points is SHIVA worth in Scrabble?: SHIVA is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIVA?: SHIVA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SHIVA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SHIVAS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.