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DECOY

5 letters · 2 syllables

D 2/2
E 1/1
C 3/4
O 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of DECOY

DECOY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 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
11
points
WWF
11
points

Is DECOY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for DECOY

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

Letter decoy Total
Scrabble 21314 11
WWF 21413 11

Anagrams of DECOY

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use DECOY in Word Games

DECOY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DECOY 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 DECOY to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DECOY

What does DECOY mean?
DECOY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is DECOY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DECOY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DECOY worth in Scrabble?
DECOY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DECOY?
You can make 23 words from the letters in DECOY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of DECOY?
The anagrams of DECOY (words using the exact same letters) are: COYED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.