Scrabble® Points Guide
Compare letter values across different languages and discover high-scoring words to maximize your game strategy.
Letter Points by Language
High Value (8-10 pts)
Medium-High (4-7 pts)
Medium (2-3 pts)
Common (1 pt)
Notable Words Across Languages
One of the highest-scoring two-letter words, valid in multiple languages. A slang term for pizza.
The vital force in Chinese philosophy and medicine. A valuable Q-word that doesn't require a U.
Exceedingly idealistic. Features both Q and X for maximum scoring potential.
A common seven-letter word (bingo) that uses high-scoring letters Z and X.
A Central American bird and currency, maximizing both Q and Z points across languages.
Geographic term using the valuable F and J combination, scoring well in French.
Dance term combining the high-value W and Z, particularly valuable in French.
Uses K twice, scoring especially well in French where K is worth more points.
Musical term utilizing double Z for maximum scoring potential across all languages.
Scientific term combining the valuable X and Y letters effectively.
Beverage term using both W and K, particularly high-scoring in French.
French loanword ending in X, valid across multiple languages.
Letter Distribution & Insights
Letter Values & Language Patterns
Letter values in Scrabble® are meticulously calculated based on their frequency and strategic importance in each language.
Special Characters
Distribution Statistics
Common Letters
Distribution Facts
- Vowels make up ~40% of all tiles
- High-value letters appear 1-2 times
- S is limited to prevent plurals
- Most languages have 2 blank tiles
High-Value Letters
Language Variations
Different languages present unique challenges and opportunities in Scrabble®. Understanding these variations can give players a significant advantage in international play.
Special Characters
- SpanishCH, LL, Ñ, RR as unique tiles
- GermanÄ, Ö, Ü as separate tiles
- PortugueseÇ as distinct character
Scoring Rules
- SpanishCannot use C+H for CH or L+L for LL
- Germanß always played as SS
- AllMost accent marks ignored in scoring
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