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 |
|---|---|---|
| airfare | 10 | 10 |
| airfares | 11 | 11 |
| airfield | 13 | 13 |
| airfields | 14 | 14 |
| airframe | 14 | 14 |
| airframes | 15 | 15 |
| airfreight | 17 | 17 |
| airfreights | 18 | 18 |
| airhead | 10 | 10 |
| airheaded | 13 | 13 |
| airheads | 11 | 11 |
| airhole | 10 | 10 |
| airholes | 11 | 11 |
| airier | 6 | 6 |
| airiest | 7 | 7 |
| airiness | 9 | 9 |
| airinesses | 11 | 11 |
| airless | 8 | 8 |
| airlessness | 13 | 13 |
| airlifted | 14 | 14 |
| airlike | 12 | 12 |
| airline | 9 | 9 |
| airliner | 10 | 10 |
| airliners | 11 | 11 |
| airlines | 10 | 10 |
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