Scarab

6 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A large dung beetle of the type venerated as a sacred creature by the ancient Egyptians, also depicted on amulets and seals.

“The archaeologist lifted a carved scarab amulet from the dust of the ancient tomb.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈskærəb/

Syllables

scar·ab

Related Words

Synonyms

scarabaeus

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

SC opening with repeated A (positions 3 and 5) and final B, the double A pattern is the key distinguishing feature

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Scrabble

Worth 10 points with B closing for 3, a culturally well-known word rarely challenged by opponents

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “scarab”.

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