Ministry
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A government department headed by a minister, responsible for specific areas such as health, education, or defence. Also refers to the work, profession, or period of service of a religious minister.
“The Ministry of Health issued new guidelines for pandemic preparedness and response.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈmɪnɪstri/
Syllables
min·is·try
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Wordle
Eight letters with three I's and Y; pattern MINIS- followed by -TRY
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points; the Y adds value and flexibility for word placement
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