Words with the letter H

The letter H is a valuable consonant in Scrabble, worth 4 points, which makes it one of the higher-value tiles that can really boost your score. To play H effectively, it’s important to know a variety of words containing this letter, especially shorter ones like ha, he, hi, and ho, which are useful for quick placements in tight spaces. Placing the H on double or triple letter score squares can significantly increase its point value. Combining H with vowels often creates common and versatile words such as hat, hit, hot, and her, giving you plenty of scoring options.

Another great strategy when using the letter H is to build upon existing words by adding H as a prefix or suffix, or by forming parallel words to rack up multiple points. Words like hash, hook, and hush are excellent for maximizing scoring opportunities, especially if played on premium squares. Familiarity with two- and three-letter H words also helps in tight board situations where space is limited. By strategically playing the letter H, you can control key areas of the board and boost your overall Scrabble game.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
hers	6	6
herself	13	13
herstories	12	12
herstory	12	12
hertz	16	16
hes	5	5
hesitance	15	15
hesitances	16	16
hesitancies	17	17
hesitancy	17	17
hesitant	11	11
hesitantly	16	16
hesitate	10	10
hesitated	12	12
hesitater	11	11
hesitaters	12	12
hesitates	11	11
hesitating	15	15
hesitatingly	20	20
hesitation	13	13
hesitations	14	14
hesperidia	16	16
hesperidin	17	17
hesperidins	18	18
hesperidium	21	21