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
sheenful	16	16
sheepfold	19	19
sheepfolds	20	20
sheetfed	14	14
shelf	11	11
shelfful	19	19
shelffuls	20	20
shelflike	20	20
shellfish	18	18
shellfisheries	23	23
shellfishery	23	23
shellfishes	20	20
shellproof	20	20
shereef	12	12
shereefs	13	13
sherif	11	11
sheriff	15	15
sheriffdom	22	22
sheriffdoms	23	23
sheriffs	16	16
sherifs	12	12
shift	10	10
shiftable	18	18
shifted	13	13
shifter	12	12