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SHY

9 pts

SHY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. SHY means "timid".

0/15 letters

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

timid

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Add one letter before SHY. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Shorter words from these letters

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

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Letter Values

S1
H4
Y4
= 9

SHY Scrabble FAQ

Is SHY a Scrabble word?
SHY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
How many points is SHY worth in Scrabble?
SHY is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHY?
SHY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SHY?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ASHY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.