Words with the letter E

The letter E is the most commonly used vowel in the English language and is crucial in Scrabble, valued at 1 point. Because of its high frequency, E tiles are often easy to play but also highly sought after for forming a wide variety of words. Short words containing E, such as be, he, me, and we, are essential for quick plays, especially in tight spaces. Using E strategically on double or triple word score tiles can maximize your points despite its low individual value. Holding onto E tiles can help you stay flexible in your gameplay, allowing you to connect words and form longer, higher-scoring plays.

Effectively using the letter E often involves building off existing words by adding prefixes, suffixes, or plural endings. For example, adding E to hat to form hate or to rat to make rate can open up new scoring opportunities and board control. Because E is so common, knowing a variety of words that include this vowel allows you to adapt quickly to different board setups and keep your rack balanced. Mastering the strategic placement and timing of E tiles is key to improving your overall Scrabble performance.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
gentian	11	11
gentians	12	12
gentil	10	10
gentile	11	11
gentiles	12	12
gentilesse	14	14
gentilities	15	15
gentility	15	15
gentle	10	10
gentled	12	12
gentlefolk	22	22
gentlefolks	23	23
gentleman	17	17
gentlemanlike	26	26
gentlemanliness	25	25
gentlemanly	22	22
gentlemen	17	17
gentleness	15	15
gentlenesses	17	17
gentleperson	20	20
gentlepersons	21	21
gentler	11	11
gentles	11	11
gentlest	12	12
gentlewoman	22	22