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
periodontally	22	22
periodontology	24	24
periosteal	14	14
peripatetically	28	28
peripheral	19	19
peripherally	24	24
peripherals	20	20
periplasm	19	19
periplasmic	24	24
periplasms	20	20
periplast	16	16
periplasts	17	17
perishabilities	24	24
perishability	24	24
perishable	19	19
perishables	20	20
perissodactyl	23	23
perissodactyls	24	24
peristalses	15	15
peristalsis	15	15
peristaltic	18	18
peristomial	18	18
peristyle	15	15
peristyles	16	16
perithecial	20	20