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GUPPY

/ˈɡʌpi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

G 2/3
U 1/2
P 3/4
P 3/4
Y 4/3

Definition of GUPPY

noun

A tiny freshwater fish, Poecilia reticulata, popular in home aquariums, that usually has a plain body and black or dark blue tail for the females and a more colorful tail for the males.

"Fred kept a tank of guppies by the windowsill."

noun

By extension, any tiny fish.

noun

A tube holding paintballs before they are loaded into the gun.

"2001, John R. Little, Curtis Wong, Ultimate Paintball Field Guide (page 177)"

Examples of GUPPY in a Sentence

  • "Fred kept a tank of guppies by the windowsill."
  • "2001, John R. Little, Curtis Wong, Ultimate Paintball Field Guide (page 177)"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
16
points

Is GUPPY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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

Letter Values for GUPPY

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

Letter guppy Total
Scrabble 21334 13
WWF 32443 16

How to Use GUPPY in Word Games

GUPPY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GUPPY 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 GUPPY to find 11 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GUPPY

What does GUPPY mean?
GUPPY is a noun. A tiny freshwater fish, Poecilia reticulata, popular in home aquariums, that usually has a plain body and black or dark blue tail for the females and a more colorful tail for the males.
Is GUPPY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GUPPY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GUPPY worth in Scrabble?
GUPPY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GUPPY?
You can make 11 words from the letters in GUPPY. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GUPPY?
Synonyms of GUPPY include: Acanthocephalus guppii, Acanthocephalus reticulatus, Girardinus guppii, Girardinus petersi, Girardinus poeciloides, Girardinus reticulatus. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.