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READY

/ˈɹɛdi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

R 1/1
E 1/1
A 1/1
D 2/2
Y 4/3

Definition of READY

noun

Ready money; cash

verb

To prepare; to make ready for action.

adjective

Prepared for immediate action or use.

"The porridge is ready to serve."

adjective

Inclined; apt to happen.

adjective

Liable at any moment.

"The seed is ready to sprout."

Synonyms of READY

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of READY

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of READY in a Sentence

  • "The porridge is ready to serve."
  • "The seed is ready to sprout."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is READY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for READY

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

Letter ready Total
Scrabble 11124 9
WWF 11123 8

Anagrams of READY

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use READY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, READY 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 READY to find 50 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About READY

What does READY mean?
READY is a noun. Ready money; cash
Is READY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, READY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is READY worth in Scrabble?
READY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from READY?
You can make 50 words from the letters in READY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of READY?
Synonyms of READY include: yark, dexterous, easy, expert, prompt, good to go. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of READY?
The anagrams of READY (words using the exact same letters) are: DEARY, DERAY, RAYED, YEARD. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.