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PHONEY

14 pts

PHONEY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. PHONEY is a adjective form of phony. PHONY means "not genuine or real".

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adjective

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Definition and meaning

PHONEY is a adjective form of phony. PHONY means "not genuine or real".

In a sentence: "It is phoney."

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

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

Letter Values

P3
H4
O1
N1
E1
Y4
= 14

PHONEY Scrabble FAQ

Is PHONEY a Scrabble word?
PHONEY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does PHONEY mean?
PHONEY is a adjective form of phony. PHONY means "not genuine or real".
How do you use PHONEY in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is phoney."
How many points is PHONEY worth in Scrabble?
PHONEY is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PHONEY?
PHONEY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PHONEY?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PHONEYS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.