How many points is SPYING worth in Scrabble?

SPYING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPYING?

SPYING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to SPYING?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ESPYING, SPYINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SPYING

12 pts

SPYING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. SPYING is a noun form of spy. SPY means "person employed to obtain secret information".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SPYING is a noun form of spy. SPY means "person employed to obtain secret information".

In a sentence: "The spying is noted."

Share SPYING

Check the Scrabble meaning of SPYING. It scores 12 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SPY8 pts

Front hooks

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

ESPYING13 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after SPYING. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

SPYINGS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

SPYING Scrabble FAQ

Is SPYING a Scrabble word?: SPYING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does SPYING mean?: SPYING is a noun form of spy. SPY means "person employed to obtain secret information".
How do you use SPYING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The spying is noted."
How many points is SPYING worth in Scrabble?: SPYING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPYING?: SPYING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SPYING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ESPYING, SPYINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.