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
kirks	13	13
kissy	11	11
kists	9	9
kited	10	10
kites	9	9
kithe	11	11
kiths	11	11
kitty	11	11
kivas	13	13
kiwis	12	12
klick	17	17
klieg	12	12
kloof	13	13
kluge	13	13
klutz	20	20
knack	17	17
knaps	13	13
knars	10	10
knaur	11	11
knave	14	14
knawe	13	13
knead	11	11
kneed	11	11
kneel	11	11
knees	10	10