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
kempy	17	17
kenaf	13	13
kench	15	15
kendo	11	11
kente	10	10
kepis	12	12
kerbs	12	12
kerfs	12	12
kerne	10	10
kerns	10	10
kerry	11	11
ketas	9	9
ketch	14	14
ketol	10	10
kevel	14	14
kevil	14	14
kexes	16	16
keyed	12	12
keyer	11	11
khadi	12	12
khaki	15	15
khans	12	12
khats	11	11
kheda	12	12
khoum	15	15