Play DELAY Strategically

35 valid words • Unscramble DELAY for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DELAY

Best Short Plays
LADY (8pt)YALD (8pt)YELD (8pt)DALE (5pt)DEAL (5pt)LADE (5pt)LEAD (5pt)DAY (7pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 9 pts
WWF: 9 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 35 Words

5-letter 3 words Best: DELAY (9pt)

DELAY9ptLAYED9ptLEADY9pt

4-letter 7 words Best: LADY (8pt)

LADY8ptYALD8ptYELD8ptDALE5ptDEAL5ptLADE5ptLEAD5pt

3-letter 15 words Best: DAY (7pt)

DAY7ptDEY7ptDYE7ptAYE6ptLAY6ptLEY6ptLYE6ptYEA6ptDAL4ptDEL4ptELD4ptLAD4ptLED4ptALE3ptLEA3pt

2-letter 10 words Best: AY (5pt)

AY5ptYA5ptYE5ptAD3ptDE3ptED3ptAE2ptAL2ptEL2ptLA2pt

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About the Word DELAY

  • Letters: 5
  • Scrabble score: 9 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 9 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 35

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DELAY in Scrabble?
Play DELAY directly for 9 points, or use its letters to form 35 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DELAY between Scrabble and WWF?
DELAY scores 9 pts in Scrabble and 9 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DELAY?
LADY (8 pts) is a strong short play from DELAY.

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