Shy
Yes, shy is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does shy mean?
noun
- a quick throw
he gave the ball a shy to the first baseman
verb
- start suddenly, as from fright
- throw quickly
adjective
- lacking self-confidence
stood in the doorway diffident and abashed
- short
eleven is one shy of a dozen
- wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things
shy of strangers
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for shy
Word facts
| Letters | 3 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 0 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of shy
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SHY.
Frequently asked questions
Is shy a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Shy is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is shy worth in Scrabble?
Shy is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does shy mean?
Shy means: a quick throw.