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FOLLY

/ˈfɒli/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

F 4/4
O 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
Y 4/3

Definition of FOLLY

noun

Foolishness.

"It'd be folly."

noun

Thoughtless action resulting in tragic consequence.

noun

A fanciful building built for purely ornamental reasons.

Examples of FOLLY in a Sentence

  • "It'd be folly."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is FOLLY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for FOLLY

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

Letter folly Total
Scrabble 41114 11
WWF 41223 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in FOLLY

9 words from the letters in FOLLY

How to Use FOLLY in Word Games

FOLLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, FOLLY 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 FOLLY to find 9 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About FOLLY

What does FOLLY mean?
FOLLY is a noun. Foolishness.
Is FOLLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FOLLY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FOLLY worth in Scrabble?
FOLLY is worth 11 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 FOLLY?
You can make 9 words from the letters in FOLLY. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.