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TARDY

5 letters · 2 syllables

T 1/1
A 1/1
R 1/1
D 2/2
Y 4/3

Definition of TARDY

TARDY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 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
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is TARDY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for TARDY

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

Letter tardy Total
Scrabble 11124 9
WWF 11123 8

How to Use TARDY in Word Games

TARDY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TARDY 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 TARDY to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TARDY

What does TARDY mean?
TARDY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is TARDY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TARDY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TARDY worth in Scrabble?
TARDY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TARDY?
You can make 29 words from the letters in TARDY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.