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PLYING

/ˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/

6 letters · 1 syllable · verb

P 3/4
L 1/2
Y 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of PLYING

verb

To bend; to fold; to mould; to adapt, to modify; to change (a person's) mind, to cause (a person) to submit.

verb

To bend, to flex; to be bent by something, to give way or yield (to a force, etc.).

verb

To work at (something) diligently.

"He plied his trade as carpenter for forty-three years."

verb

To wield or use (a tool, a weapon, etc.) steadily or vigorously.

"He plied his ax with bloody results."

verb

To press upon; to urge persistently.

"to ply someone with questions or solicitations"

Examples of PLYING in a Sentence

  • "He plied his trade as carpenter for forty-three years."
  • "He plied his ax with bloody results."
  • "to ply someone with questions or solicitations"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is PLYING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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

Letter Values for PLYING

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

Letter plying Total
Scrabble 314112 12
WWF 423123 15

How to Use PLYING in Word Games

PLYING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PLYING 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 PLYING to find 30 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PLYING

What does PLYING mean?
PLYING is a verb. To bend; to fold; to mould; to adapt, to modify; to change (a person's) mind, to cause (a person) to submit.
Is PLYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PLYING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PLYING worth in Scrabble?
PLYING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from PLYING?
You can make 30 words from the letters in PLYING. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.