Words Containing KE — Scrabble Word List & Strategy
KE pairs the 5-point K with the most common letter E, creating over 600 valid Scrabble words. The -KET pattern (POCKET, BUCKET, TICKET, MARKET, BASKET) is extremely productive. KEYBOARD (20 pts) tops the scoring chart. MONKEY (15 pts), TURKEY (13 pts), and DONKEY (14 pts) use the -KEY ending effectively.
Top KE Words by Score
| # | Word | Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KEYBOARD | 20 | A typing device |
| 2 | BLANKETS | 14 | Bed coverings |
| 3 | MONKEY | 15 | A primate |
| 4 | TURKEY | 13 | A large bird |
| 5 | DONKEY | 14 | A pack animal |
| 6 | 14 | A small pouch | |
| 7 | BUCKET | 14 | A pail |
| 8 | TICKET | 12 | An admission pass |
| 9 | MARKET | 12 | A trading place |
| 10 | BASKET | 12 | A woven container |
| 11 | MAKE | 10 | To create |
600+
Valid KE words
11 pts
Average score
Very Common
Pair rarity
Strategy Tips for KE Words
KE is one of the most productive K pairs, appearing in 600+ words. The -KET pattern (POCKET, BUCKET, TICKET, MARKET, BASKET) is highly versatile. -KEY words (MONKEY, TURKEY, DONKEY) score well. KE starts KEEP, KEY, KEEN, KERNEL. Short plays like MAKE (10 pts) and LAKE (8 pts) deploy K efficiently.
🎯 Key Takeaway
KE provides 600+ words. KEYBOARD (20 pts) and BLANKETS (14 pts) are top targets. MARKET (12 pts) and BASKET (12 pts) are reliable everyday plays that efficiently use the KE combination near premium squares.
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