SENTRY
/ˈsɛntɹi/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of SENTRY
A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
Sentry duty; time spent being a sentry.
A form of drag to be towed underwater, which on striking bottom is upset and rises to the surface.
Word Details
Is SENTRY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SENTRY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | s | e | n | t | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SENTRY
80 words from the letters in SENTRY
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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.