Words with the letter L

The letter L is a common and flexible tile in Scrabble, worth just 1 point, but it plays a key role in building both short and long words. Its low point value means it’s not a heavy hitter on its own, but it’s extremely useful for connecting other tiles and forming extensions. Words like la, lo, ill, and lid are great for quick plays in tight spaces. L is also frequently used in blends and suffixes, like -ly or -al, which makes it ideal for modifying or extending existing words to maximize your score.

Strategically, L shines when used to build longer words or hook onto existing ones. Adding L to a word like goa to form goal or to man to make mall can give you easy points while keeping your rack moving. Longer words like laugh, label, or loyal can score well when placed on premium word squares, especially if you’re able to form crosswords. Even though it’s a low-value letter, mastering the use of L can help you maintain flexibility and create scoring opportunities throughout the game.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
lacerating	17	17
laceration	15	15
lacerations	16	16
lacerative	18	18
lacers	10	10
lacertid	13	13
lacertids	14	14
laces	9	9
lacewing	18	18
lacewings	19	19
lacewood	16	16
lacewoods	17	17
lacework	19	19
laceworks	20	20
lacey	11	11
laches	12	12
lachrymal	21	21
lachrymator	22	22
lachrymators	23	23
lachrymose	21	21
lachrymosely	26	26
lachrymosities	25	25
lachrymosity	25	25
lacier	10	10
laciest	11	11