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DALLY

/ˈdæli/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

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

Definition of DALLY

verb

To waste time in trivial activities, or in idleness; to trifle.

verb

To caress, especially of a sexual nature; to fondle or pet

verb

To delay unnecessarily; to while away.

noun

Several wraps of rope around the saddle horn, used to stop animals in roping.

verb

To wind the lasso rope (ie throw-rope) around the saddle horn (the saddle horn is attached to the pommel of a western style saddle) after the roping of an animal

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Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is DALLY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for DALLY

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

Letter dally Total
Scrabble 21114 9
WWF 21223 10

How to Use DALLY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DALLY 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 DALLY to find 14 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DALLY

What does DALLY mean?
DALLY is a verb. To waste time in trivial activities, or in idleness; to trifle.
Is DALLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DALLY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DALLY worth in Scrabble?
DALLY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DALLY?
You can make 14 words from the letters in DALLY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DALLY?
Synonyms of DALLY include: kill time, feel up, grope, touch up, dawdle, dilly-dally. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.