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NEARBY

6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, adverb

N 1/2
E 1/1
A 1/1
R 1/1
B 3/4
Y 4/3

Definition of NEARBY

adjective

Adjacent, near, close by

"He stopped at a nearby store for some groceries."

adverb

Next to, close to

"I'm glad my friends live nearby where I can visit them."

Synonyms of NEARBY

Words with similar meaning

Examples of NEARBY in a Sentence

  • "He stopped at a nearby store for some groceries."
  • "I'm glad my friends live nearby where I can visit them."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is NEARBY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Tip: NEARBY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NEARBY

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

Letter nearby Total
Scrabble 111134 11
WWF 211143 12

Anagrams of NEARBY

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use NEARBY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, NEARBY 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 NEARBY to find 83 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NEARBY

What does NEARBY mean?
NEARBY is a adjective. Adjacent, near, close by
Is NEARBY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NEARBY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NEARBY worth in Scrabble?
NEARBY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NEARBY?
You can make 83 words from the letters in NEARBY. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NEARBY?
Synonyms of NEARBY include: close. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of NEARBY?
The anagrams of NEARBY (words using the exact same letters) are: BARNEY. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.