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LAY

6 pts

LAY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. LAY means "< LIE, to be in or get into a horizontal position".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

< LIE, to be in or get into a horizontal position

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

Add one letter after LAY. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in LAY, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

L1
A1
Y4
= 6

LAY Scrabble FAQ

Is LAY a Scrabble word?
LAY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
How many points is LAY worth in Scrabble?
LAY is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LAY?
LAY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LAY?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLAY, FLAY, PLAY, SLAY, LAYS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.