Words with the letter F

The letter F is a valuable consonant in Scrabble, worth 4 points, making it one of the higher-scoring letters you can play. Because F is less common than many other letters, it can sometimes be challenging to use, but knowing a good selection of words containing F will give you a significant advantage. Short words like fa, if, and of are essential for placing F in tight spots or for making quick plays that can open up the board. Positioning the F on double or triple letter score tiles can multiply its value, helping you gain a strong point boost even with shorter words.

To use F effectively, look for opportunities to build off existing words by adding F as a prefix or suffix, or by creating parallel plays. Words like fan, fin, fix, and fog are common and versatile, while slightly longer words such as fame or fend can earn more points if you place them on premium squares. Familiarity with two- and three-letter F words can be especially useful in tight board situations where space is limited. By strategically playing F tiles, you can control key areas on the board and increase your scoring potential significantly.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
busulfan	18	18
busulfans	19	19
butterfat	16	16
butterfats	17	17
butterfingered	25	25
butterfingers	23	23
butterfish	19	19
butterfishes	21	21
butterflied	20	20
butterflies	19	19
butterfly	19	19
butterflyer	21	21
butterflyers	22	22
butterflying	25	25
buyoff	18	18
buyoffs	19	19
caf	9	9
cafard	13	13
cafards	14	14
cafe	10	10
cafes	11	11
cafeteria	15	15
cafeterias	16	16
cafetorium	20	20
cafetoriums	21	21