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DOWNY

/ˈdaʊni/

5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, noun

D 2/2
O 1/1
W 4/4
N 1/2
Y 4/3
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Definition of DOWNY

adjective

Having down, covered with a soft fuzzy coating as of small feathers or hair.

"The chick's downy coat of feathers formed almost immediately to keep it warm."

adjective

Sharp-witted, perceptive.

noun

A blanket filled with down; a duvet.

Examples of DOWNY in a Sentence

  • "The chick's downy coat of feathers formed almost immediately to keep it warm."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is DOWNY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for DOWNY

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

Letter downy Total
Scrabble 21414 12
WWF 21423 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DOWNY

24 words from the letters in DOWNY

4-letter words

wynd 11/11 USUKWWF nowy 10/10 UK down 8/9 USUKWWF yond 8/8 USUKWWF

3-letter words

wyn 9/9 USUKWWF yow 9/8 USUKWWF dow 7/7 USUKWWF yod 7/6 USUKWWF now 6/7 USUKWWF own 6/7 USUKWWF won 6/7 USUKWWF noy 6/6 UK yon 6/6 USUKWWF don 4/5 USUKWWF nod 4/5 USUKWWF

2-letter words

ow 5/5 USUKWWF wo 5/5 USUKWWF ny 5/5 UK oy 5/4 USUKWWF yo 5/4 USUKWWF do 3/3 USUKWWF od 3/3 USUKWWF no 2/3 USUKWWF on 2/3 USUKWWF

How to Use DOWNY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DOWNY 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 DOWNY to find 24 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DOWNY

What does DOWNY mean?
DOWNY is a adjective. Having down, covered with a soft fuzzy coating as of small feathers or hair.
Is DOWNY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DOWNY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DOWNY worth in Scrabble?
DOWNY is worth 12 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 DOWNY?
You can make 24 words from the letters in DOWNY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.