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
autocatalysis	20	20
autocatalytic	23	23
autocephaly	23	23
autochthonously	28	28
autocracy	18	18
autocratically	25	25
autodyne	13	13
autodynes	14	14
autoeciously	20	20
autogamy	16	16
autogenously	20	20
autogeny	14	14
autographically	30	30
autography	20	20
autogyro	13	13
autogyros	14	14
autohypnoses	21	21
autohypnosis	21	21
autohypnotic	24	24
autoimmunity	23	23
autolysate	14	14
autolysates	15	15
autolyse	12	12
autolysed	14	14
autolyses	13	13