Three-Letter Scrabble Words

All 1,015 valid three-letter words for Scrabble and Words With Friends.

1,015
Total Words
30
Highest Score
zzz
Best Word
20
High-Value Words

Top 20 Highest Scoring 3-Letter Words

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All Three-Letter Words (Sorted by Score)

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Why Three-Letter Words Matter in Scrabble

Three-letter words form the backbone of Scrabble strategy. While two-letter words are essential for hooks and parallel plays, three-letter words offer more scoring potential and flexibility.

High-Value 3-Letter Words to Memorize

  • ZAX (19 pts) - A tool for cutting roofing slates
  • ZEK (16 pts) - A prisoner in a Soviet labor camp
  • ZEP (14 pts) - Short for zeppelin
  • JAM, JAW, JAY (12-13 pts) - Common J words
  • QUA (12 pts) - In the capacity of

Strategic Uses

Three-letter words are perfect for connecting to existing words on the board, reaching premium squares, and using difficult letters like Z, X, J, and Q in tight spaces. They're also commonly used in crossword puzzles.

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