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SENTRY

/ˈsɛntɹi/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

S 1/1
E 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
R 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of SENTRY

noun

A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.

noun

Sentry duty; time spent being a sentry.

noun

A form of drag to be towed underwater, which on striking bottom is upset and rises to the surface.

Synonyms of SENTRY

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Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is SENTRY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for SENTRY

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

Letter sentry Total
Scrabble 111114 9
WWF 112113 9

How to Use SENTRY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SENTRY 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 SENTRY to find 80 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SENTRY

What does SENTRY mean?
SENTRY is a noun. A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
Is SENTRY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SENTRY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SENTRY worth in Scrabble?
SENTRY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SENTRY?
You can make 80 words from the letters in SENTRY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SENTRY?
Synonyms of SENTRY include: kite. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.