Words with the letter Y

The letter Y is a versatile consonant in Scrabble, valued at 4 points. It often acts as both a consonant and a vowel, which gives it a unique flexibility in word formation. Short words like by, my, and yes are useful for quick plays and can fit into tight spots on the board. Because of its moderate point value, placing Y on double or triple letter score tiles can boost your score significantly, even with shorter words. Its dual nature allows you to create or extend a wide variety of words, making it a valuable tile to hold onto.

Strategically, Y shines in longer words like yard, yawn, yield, or young, especially when combined with premium squares to maximize points. It’s also common in endings such as -ly or -y, which can help you extend existing words and increase your score. Knowing a range of Y words and recognizing its vowel-like role can improve your rack management and open up new opportunities on the board. With thoughtful play, the letter Y can be a powerful contributor to your Scrabble success.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
dyspneic	18	18
dyspnoea	15	15
dyspnoeas	16	16
dyspnoic	18	18
dysprosium	20	20
dysrhythmia	23	23
dysrhythmias	24	24
dysrhythmic	26	26
dystaxia	18	18
dystaxias	19	19
dysthymia	19	19
dysthymias	20	20
dysthymic	22	22
dystocia	14	14
dystocias	15	15
dystonia	12	12
dystonias	13	13
dystonic	15	15
dystopia	14	14
dystopian	16	16
dystopias	15	15
dystopic	17	17
dystrophic	21	21
dystrophies	19	19
dystrophin	19	19