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STRAY

5 letters · 1 syllable

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Definition of STRAY

STRAY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 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
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
7
points

Is STRAY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for STRAY

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

Letter stray Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 11113 7

Anagrams of STRAY

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use STRAY in Word Games

STRAY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, STRAY 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 STRAY to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About STRAY

What does STRAY mean?
STRAY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is STRAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, STRAY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is STRAY worth in Scrabble?
STRAY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from STRAY?
You can make 40 words from the letters in STRAY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of STRAY?
The anagrams of STRAY (words using the exact same letters) are: ARTSY, SATYR, TRAYS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.