CHELA
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Definition
Pronunciation: //ˈkilə//
noun
- A pincer-like claw of a crustacean or arachnid. [from 17th c.]"It happeneth often, I confess, that a lobster hath the chely or great claw of one side longer than the other […]"
noun
- A pupil or disciple, especially in Hinduism. [from 19th c.]"In fact, Gilgamesh's instructions are still-valid directions from the guru to the chela."
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 5 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 10 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 11 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- Yes
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'CHELA'?
The word CHELA is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
C3
H4
E1
L1
A1
Total: 10 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'CHELA'?
The word CHELA is worth 11 points in Words With Friends.
C4
H3
E1
L2
A1
Total: 11 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.