shekel
nounHow many syllables in shekel?
There are 2 syllables in the word shekel.How to pronounce shekel:
Definition of shekel:
- shekel (noun):
- the basic unit of money in Israel.
- any of various ancient units of weight
- a hebrew unit equal to about 252 grains troy
Synonyms for shekel:
agora
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