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FORAY

/ˈfɒ.ɹeɪ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

F 4/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
A 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of FORAY

noun

A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.

noun

A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.

verb

To scour (an area or place) for food, treasure, booty etc.

verb

To pillage; to ravage.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
10
points

Is FORAY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for FORAY

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

Letter foray Total
Scrabble 41114 11
WWF 41113 10

How to Use FORAY in Word Games

FORAY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, FORAY 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 FORAY to find 31 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About FORAY

What does FORAY mean?
FORAY is a noun. A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.
Is FORAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FORAY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FORAY worth in Scrabble?
FORAY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from FORAY?
You can make 31 words from the letters in FORAY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.