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Updated June 2026
A country in the Middle East on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea, established in 1948. The name also refers to the ancient biblical kingdom and has religious significance in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
“Israel has a diverse population and rich historical heritage.”
/ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/
is·ra·el
Proper noun with vowels I, A, and E; distinctive -EL ending pattern.
Worth 6 points; modest value from standard letters in this country name.
Shorter words formed from the letters in “israel”.
7-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “israel”.
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