FRAYS
/fɹeɪz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun
Definition of FRAYS
To (cause to) unravel; used particularly for the edge of something made of cloth, or the end of a rope.
"The ribbon frayed at the cut end."
To cause exhaustion, wear out (a person's mental strength).
"The hectic day ended in frayed nerves. (Metaphorical use; nerves are visualised as strings)"
Frighten; alarm
A fight or argument
"Though they did not know the reason for the dispute, they did not hesitate to leap into the fray."
Fright.
Examples of FRAYS in a Sentence
- "The ribbon frayed at the cut end."
- "The hectic day ended in frayed nerves. (Metaphorical use; nerves are visualised as strings)"
- "Though they did not know the reason for the dispute, they did not hesitate to leap into the fray."
Word Details
Is FRAYS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FRAYS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FRAYS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FRAYS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | r | a | y | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FRAYS
31 words from the letters in FRAYS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use FRAYS in Word Games
FRAYS 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, FRAYS 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 FRAYS to find 31 additional valid words.