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ALLEY

5 letters · 2 syllables

A 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
E 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of ALLEY

ALLEY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is ALLEY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ALLEY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: ALLEY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ALLEY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter alley Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 12213 9

How to Use ALLEY in Word Games

ALLEY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ALLEY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ALLEY to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ALLEY

What does ALLEY mean?
ALLEY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is ALLEY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ALLEY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ALLEY worth in Scrabble?
ALLEY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ALLEY?
You can make 22 words from the letters in ALLEY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.