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SCANTY

6 letters · 2 syllables

S 1/1
C 3/4
A 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of SCANTY

SCANTY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 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
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is SCANTY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SCANTY

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

Letter scanty Total
Scrabble 131114 11
WWF 141213 12

How to Use SCANTY in Word Games

SCANTY 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, SCANTY 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 SCANTY to find 58 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SCANTY

What does SCANTY mean?
SCANTY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SCANTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SCANTY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SCANTY worth in Scrabble?
SCANTY 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 SCANTY?
You can make 58 words from the letters in SCANTY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.