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DOWDY

/ˈdaʊdi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

D 2/2
O 1/1
W 4/4
D 2/2
Y 4/3

Definition of DOWDY

noun

A plain or shabby person

adjective

Plain and unfashionable in style or dress.

adjective

Lacking stylishness or neatness; shabby.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
12
points

Is DOWDY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for DOWDY

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

Letter dowdy Total
Scrabble 21424 13
WWF 21423 12

How to Use DOWDY in Word Games

DOWDY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DOWDY 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 DOWDY to find 12 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DOWDY

What does DOWDY mean?
DOWDY is a noun. A plain or shabby person
Is DOWDY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DOWDY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DOWDY worth in Scrabble?
DOWDY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DOWDY?
You can make 12 words from the letters in DOWDY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.