The letter I is a versatile vowel in Scrabble, valued at 1 point, and is essential for creating a wide variety of words. Because it appears frequently in English, knowing words with the letter I can help you build both short and long words, such as in, if, ice, and icon. Short words with I are especially useful for fitting tiles into tight spots on the board or for making parallel plays. Even though I has a low point value, placing it on double or triple word score squares can maximize your score and help you connect multiple words in one turn.
Effectively playing the letter I often involves extending existing words by adding this vowel to create new variations or plurals. For example, adding I to tin can form tiny, or using it in longer words like invite or initial can earn you substantial points if placed strategically. Being familiar with two- and three-letter words containing I also helps maintain flexibility when the board is crowded. Mastering the placement and timing of the letter I can greatly improve your overall Scrabble strategy and increase your chances of winning.
| Word | Scrabble© Points | WWF Points |
|---|---|---|
| gambiers | 16 | 16 |
| gambir | 14 | 14 |
| gambirs | 15 | 15 |
| gambit | 14 | 14 |
| gambits | 15 | 15 |
| gambling | 20 | 20 |
| gamboling | 21 | 21 |
| gambolling | 23 | 23 |
| gambusia | 17 | 17 |
| gambusias | 18 | 18 |
| gamefish | 18 | 18 |
| gamefishes | 20 | 20 |
| gamelike | 18 | 18 |
| gamesmanship | 26 | 26 |
| gamesmanships | 27 | 27 |
| gametangia | 18 | 18 |
| gametangium | 23 | 23 |
| gametic | 15 | 15 |
| gametically | 23 | 23 |
| gametogenesis | 21 | 21 |
| gametogenic | 22 | 22 |
| gametophytic | 27 | 27 |
| gamic | 13 | 13 |
| gamier | 11 | 11 |
| gamiest | 12 | 12 |
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