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
jells	16	16
jelly	18	18
jemmy	22	22
jenny	18	18
jerid	15	15
jerks	18	18
jerky	20	20
jerry	16	16
jesse	14	14
jests	14	14
jetes	14	14
jeton	15	15
jetty	16	16
jewel	18	18
jibed	18	18
jiber	17	17
jibes	17	17
jiffy	22	22
jiggy	20	20
jihad	17	17
jills	16	16
jilts	15	15
jimmy	22	22
jimpy	22	22
jingo	17	17