Words With Friends Score Booster
Expert strategies and tips to dramatically increase your average score. Master these techniques to dominate every game.
Learn the strategies that separate beginners from champions
Key Numbers to Remember
35
Bingo Bonus
3x
Triple Word
10
Max Letter Pts
100+
Single Play Max
Score-Boosting Strategies
1Master Premium Squares
- •Triple Word (TW) squares multiply your entire word score by 3
- •Double Word (DW) squares double your word score
- •Triple Letter (TL) squares triple a single letter's value
- •Double Letter (DL) squares double a single letter's value
- •Place high-value letters (Z, Q, J, X) on letter multipliers for maximum effect
- •TW + TL combo can score 50+ points with the right word
2Parallel Play Technique
- •Create words parallel to existing ones to score multiple words at once
- •Each new two-letter word formed adds to your total score
- •A single play can score 5+ separate words
- •Learn all valid two-letter words to maximize parallel opportunities
- •Example: Adding "STAR" next to "AN" creates ST, TA, AR - scoring 4 words total
3Bingo Strategy (7-Letter Bonus)
- •Using all 7 tiles gives you a 35-point bonus
- •Save blank tiles for bingo opportunities
- •Keep a balanced rack with 2-3 vowels and 4-5 consonants
- •Common bingo endings: -ING, -TION, -NESS, -ABLE, -MENT
- •Practice finding 7-letter words with common letter combinations
4High-Value Letter Usage
- •Z, Q, J = 10 points each - use them wisely
- •X = 8 points - many short X words (AX, EX, XI, XU, OX)
- •K = 5 points - easier to play than Q/Z
- •Always try to place these on letter multiplier squares
- •Learn Q-without-U words: QI, QOPH, QADI, QANAT
5Board Control
- •Block Triple Word squares you can't use
- •Keep the board open when you're ahead
- •Close the board when you're behind
- •Control the center to access more premium squares
- •Don't give opponents easy TW access
6Rack Management
- •Exchange tiles if you have 5+ vowels or consonants
- •Keep S tiles for pluralizing high-scoring words
- •Save blanks for bingos or difficult plays
- •Don't hold onto Q hoping for U - use QI instead
- •Aim for AEILNRST letters - they make the most words
High-Value Combinations
Memorize these powerful combinations for maximum scoring potential.
| Combination | Value | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Z on TL | 30 pts | ZA on TL = 33 points |
| Q on TL | 30 pts | QI on TL = 32 points |
| X on TL | 24 pts | AX on TL = 27 points |
| J on TL | 30 pts | JO on TL = 33 points |
| Any on TW | 3x word | QUIZ on TW = 66 points |
| Bingo + TW | 3x + 35 | 100+ point plays possible |
Letter Value Tiers
Prioritize placing these letters on premium squares based on their value.
2High (4-5 pts)
B (4)C (4)F (4)K (5)M (4)P (4)V (5)W (4)
3Medium (2-3 pts)
D (2)G (3)H (3)L (2)N (2)U (2)Y (3)
4Low (1 pt)
A (1)E (1)I (1)O (1)R (1)S (1)T (1)
Pro Player Tips
1
Think two moves ahead
Consider what squares your play opens up for your opponent.
2
Count the tiles
Track which high-value letters have been played to anticipate opponent moves.
3
Use our word finder
Practice finding high-scoring words with specific letter combinations.
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