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SKIMPY

/ˈskɪmpi/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

S 1/1
K 5/5
I 1/1
M 3/4
P 3/4
Y 4/3

Definition of SKIMPY

noun

(Western Australia) A barmaid who wears little clothing.

adjective

Small or inadequate; not generous, or of a garment, very small, light, or revealing.

"Have you ever seen such a skimpy bikini?"

Examples of SKIMPY in a Sentence

  • "Have you ever seen such a skimpy bikini?"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
18
points

Is SKIMPY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

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

Letter Values for SKIMPY

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

Letter skimpy Total
Scrabble 151334 17
WWF 151443 18

How to Use SKIMPY in Word Games

SKIMPY is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SKIMPY 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 SKIMPY to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKIMPY

What does SKIMPY mean?
SKIMPY is a noun. (Western Australia) A barmaid who wears little clothing.
Is SKIMPY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKIMPY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKIMPY worth in Scrabble?
SKIMPY is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SKIMPY?
You can make 36 words from the letters in SKIMPY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.