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
pocketfuls	25	25
pocketsful	25	25
pockily	20	20
podagral	15	15
podgily	16	16
podlike	16	16
podophyllin	25	25
podophyllins	26	26
podophyllum	28	28
podophyllums	29	29
podsol	11	11
podsolic	16	16
podsolization	28	28
podsolizations	29	29
podsols	12	12
podzol	20	20
podzolic	25	25
podzolization	37	37
podzolizations	38	38
podzolize	32	32
podzolized	34	34
podzolizes	33	33
podzolizing	37	37
podzols	21	21
poetical	15	15