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NELLY

5 letters · 2 syllables

N 1/2
E 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
Y 4/3

Definition of NELLY

NELLY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 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
10
points

Is NELLY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for NELLY

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

Letter nelly Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 21223 10

How to Use NELLY in Word Games

NELLY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NELLY 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 NELLY to find 12 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NELLY

What does NELLY mean?
NELLY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is NELLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NELLY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NELLY worth in Scrabble?
NELLY is worth 8 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 NELLY?
You can make 12 words from the letters in NELLY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.