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ABY

8 pts

ABY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. ABY means "to pay the penalty for".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to pay the penalty for

In a sentence: "They aby."

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Front hooks

Add one letter before ABY. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Back hooks

Add one letter after ABY. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in ABY, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

A1
B3
Y4
= 8

ABY Scrabble FAQ

Is ABY a Scrabble word?
ABY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does ABY mean?
to pay the penalty for
How do you use ABY in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They aby."
How many points is ABY worth in Scrabble?
ABY is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ABY?
ABY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ABY?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BABY, GABY, ABYE. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.