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Is CRY a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, CRY is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does CRY mean?

  1. verb

    utter a sudden loud cry

    “she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle”

  2. noun

    a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

    “the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience”

  3. verb

    shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

    “She cried bitterly when she heard the news of his death”

  4. verb

    utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

    “`I won!' he exclaimed”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

8

Scrabble

8

Words With Friends

3

Letters

C (3) + R (1) + Y (4) = 8 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for CRY

Single letters that turn CRY into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks1

Back hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the end.

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