Puppy

5 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A young dog, typically under one year old.

“The puppy chased its tail around the yard.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈpʌpi/

Syllables

pup·py

Related Words

Synonyms

pupdogcanine

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Double P pattern, Y as vowel at end.

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points with double P and Y (4 points).

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Words one letter different

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cuppy duppy guppy pappy peppy pippy poppy pulpy

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