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HOY

9 pts

HOY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. HOY means "a heavy barge or scow".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a heavy barge or scow

In a sentence: "The hoy is noted."

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Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

H4
O1
Y4
= 9

HOY Scrabble FAQ

Is HOY a Scrabble word?
HOY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does HOY mean?
a heavy barge or scow
How do you use HOY in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The hoy is noted."
How many points is HOY worth in Scrabble?
HOY is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOY?
HOY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOY?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AHOY, HOYA. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.