Behold
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To look at or observe something, often with a sense of wonder or reverence.
“Behold the majesty of the mountains as they catch the morning light.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/bɪˈhəʊld/
Syllables
be·hold
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Wordle
Contains HOLD in the latter half, the BEH- opening is distinctive and narrows answers quickly.
Scrabble
Worth 12 points. HOLD is a useful inner word for board alignment, can hook BEHOLDS with S.
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