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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
pretax 16 16
preteen 11 11
preteens 12 12
pretelevision 22 22
pretell 12 12
pretelling 18 18
pretells 13 13
pretence 15 15
pretences 16 16
pretend 12 12
pretended 15 15
pretendedly 20 20
pretender 14 14
pretenders 15 15
pretending 18 18
pretends 13 13
pretense 12 12
pretenses 13 13
pretension 15 15
pretensionless 20 20
pretensions 16 16
pretentious 16 16
pretentiously 21 21
pretentiousness 21 21
preterit 11 11

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