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
retakes	11	11
retaking	15	15
retaliate	10	10
retaliated	12	12
retaliates	11	11
retaliating	15	15
retaliation	13	13
retaliations	14	14
retaliative	16	16
retaliatory	14	14
retallied	12	12
retallies	11	11
retally	11	11
retallying	17	17
retape	9	9
retaped	11	11
retapes	10	10
retaping	14	14
retard	7	7
retardant	11	11
retardants	12	12
retarded	10	10
retarder	9	9
retarders	10	10
retarding	13	13