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
jalap	18	18
jalop	18	18
jambe	20	20
jambs	20	20
jammy	22	22
janes	15	15
janty	17	17
japan	18	18
japed	18	18
japer	17	17
japes	17	17
jarls	15	15
jatos	14	14
jaunt	16	16
jaups	18	18
jawan	18	18
jawed	18	18
jazzy	34	34
jeans	15	15
jebel	18	18
jeeps	17	17
jeers	14	14
jefes	17	17
jehad	17	17
jehus	17	17