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
laterizations	24	24
laterize	18	18
laterized	20	20
laterizes	19	19
laterizing	23	23
latest	7	7
latests	8	8
latewood	13	13
latewoods	14	14
latex	13	13
latexes	15	15
lath	7	7
lathe	8	8
lathed	10	10
lather	9	9
lathered	12	12
latherer	11	11
latherers	12	12
lathering	15	15
lathers	10	10
lathery	12	12
lathes	9	9
lathi	8	8
lathier	10	10
lathiest	11	11