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ALLEYS

/ˈæ.liz/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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

Definition of ALLEYS

noun

A narrow street or passageway, especially one through the middle of a block giving access to the rear of lots or buildings.

"The parking lot to my friend's apartment building is in the alley."

noun

The area between the outfielders.

"He hit one deep into the alley."

noun

An establishment where bowling is played.

noun

A glass marble or taw.

Synonyms of ALLEYS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of ALLEYS in a Sentence

  • "The parking lot to my friend's apartment building is in the alley."
  • "He hit one deep into the alley."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is ALLEYS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: ALLEYS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ALLEYS

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

Letter alleys Total
Scrabble 111141 9
WWF 122131 10

How to Use ALLEYS in Word Games

ALLEYS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ALLEYS 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 ALLEYS to find 71 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ALLEYS

What does ALLEYS mean?
ALLEYS is a noun. A narrow street or passageway, especially one through the middle of a block giving access to the rear of lots or buildings.
Is ALLEYS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ALLEYS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ALLEYS worth in Scrabble?
ALLEYS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ALLEYS?
You can make 71 words from the letters in ALLEYS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ALLEYS?
Synonyms of ALLEYS include: alleyway, bowling alley, gap, lane. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.