DOWRY
/ˈdaʊəɹi/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of DOWRY
Payment, such as property or money, paid by the bride's family to the groom or his family at the time of marriage.
Payment by the groom or his family to the bride's family: bride price.
Dower.
To bestow a dowry upon.
"1999, Judith Everard, Michael C. E. Jones, Charters Duchess Constance Br, Page xvi"
Examples of DOWRY in a Sentence
- "1999, Judith Everard, Michael C. E. Jones, Charters Duchess Constance Br, Page xvi"
Word Details
Is DOWRY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DOWRY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DOWRY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DOWRY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | o | w | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DOWRY
20 words from the letters in DOWRY
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use DOWRY in Word Games
DOWRY is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DOWRY 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 DOWRY to find 20 additional valid words.