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LOUSY

5 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
O 1/1
U 1/2
S 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of LOUSY

LOUSY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is LOUSY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for LOUSY

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

Letter lousy Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 21213 9

How to Use LOUSY in Word Games

LOUSY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LOUSY 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 LOUSY to find 25 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LOUSY

What does LOUSY mean?
LOUSY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LOUSY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LOUSY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LOUSY worth in Scrabble?
LOUSY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LOUSY?
You can make 25 words from the letters in LOUSY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.