BROODY
/ˈbɹuːdi/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of BROODY
A female bird in the condition to incubate eggs; a broody hen, duck, etc.
"There are six broodies in that coop."
Of birds: sitting persistently and protectively on a nest, in order to hatch eggs.
"a broody hen"
Of any creature or person: showing an interest in raising young.
Examples of BROODY in a Sentence
- "There are six broodies in that coop."
- "a broody hen"
Word Details
Is BROODY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BROODY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BROODY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BROODY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | r | o | o | d | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BROODY
41 words from the letters in BROODY
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4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BROODY in Word Games
BROODY is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BROODY 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 BROODY to find 41 additional valid words.