5 Letter Words

Five-letter words are a sweet spot in Scrabble because they offer a balance between scoring potential and playability. These words are long enough to rack up significant points, especially when placed on premium squares, but not so long that they’re difficult to fit on the board. Playing five-letter words allows you to take advantage of double or triple word score tiles, as well as double or triple letter squares within the word, maximizing your points. Additionally, five-letter words often give you opportunities to build off existing words or create multiple new words in a single turn, boosting your overall score.

To play five-letter words effectively, it’s important to have a good vocabulary of common and high-scoring options like plant, bring, quick, jumpy, and zesty. Look for openings where these words can intersect with other words on the board to form parallel plays or hooks, multiplying your score. Five-letter words also help maintain a balanced rack by allowing you to use a mix of vowels and consonants efficiently. By strategically placing five-letter words and leveraging premium squares, you can create strong scoring opportunities and keep your opponents on their toes.

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5 Letter Words	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
gulps	12	12
gulpy	14	14
gumbo	14	14
gumma	14	14
gummi	14	14
gummy	16	16
gunge	11	11
gungy	13	13
gunky	15	15
gunny	12	12
guppy	16	16
gurge	10	10
gurry	10	10
gurus	9	9
gushy	12	12
gussy	10	10
gusto	8	8
gusts	8	8
gusty	10	10
gutsy	10	10
gutta	8	8
gutty	10	10
guyed	11	11
guyot	10	10
gwine	11	11