Words with the letter I

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
gastroliths 16 16
gastronomic 20 20
gastronomical 23 23
gastronomically 28 28
gastronomies 18 18
gastronomist 18 18
gastronomists 19 19
gastroscopic 23 23
gastroscopies 21 21
gastroscopist 21 21
gastroscopists 22 22
gastrotrich 18 18
gastrotrichs 19 19
gastrulating 19 19
gastrulation 17 17
gastrulations 18 18
gatching 18 18
gatekeeping 23 23
gatelike 15 15
gathering 16 16
gatherings 17 17
gating 11 11
gatings 12 12
gaucherie 17 17
gaucheries 18 18

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