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
methicillins	23	23
methodical	20	20
methodically	25	25
methodicalness	25	25
methodological	27	27
methodologies	22	22
methodologist	22	22
methodologists	23	23
methodology	22	22
methoxychlor	32	32
methoxychlors	33	33
methoxyflurane	34	34
methoxyfluranes	35	35
methoxyl	23	23
methyl	14	14
methylal	17	17
methylals	18	18
methylamine	23	23
methylamines	24	24
methylase	17	17
methylases	18	18
methylate	17	17
methylated	19	19
methylates	18	18
methylating	22	22