Shivah
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A seven-day period of mourning observed in Jewish tradition after the death of a close relative.
“Friends brought food to the house throughout the week of shivah to support the bereaved family.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
shi·vah
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Wordle
Ends in AH which is uncommon, the IVA cluster in the middle is vowel-heavy and distinctive
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Scrabble
V and H together give moderate value, SHIVAH is a valid play in the right board position
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