How do you calculate Scrabble word scores?

Add up the point value of each letter tile in the word. Values range from 1 point (common letters like E, A, I) to 10 points (Q, Z). Blank tiles score 0. Premium squares on the board multiply individual letter or whole word scores.

What is the highest possible Scrabble score for a single word?

The theoretical highest single-word score is 1,778 points for OXYPHENBUTAZONE across three triple-word squares. In practical play, words scoring 100+ points (with premium squares) are exceptional.

Which letters are worth the most in Scrabble?

Q and Z are worth 10 points each (the highest). J and X are worth 8 points. K is worth 5. F, H, V, W, Y are worth 4 each. The most common letters (E, A, I, O, U, N, R, T, L, S) are worth just 1 point.

Scrabble Score Calculator

Type any word and instantly see its Scrabble point value with a letter-by-letter breakdown.

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Scrabble Tile Values

1 point

A E I O U N R T L S

2 points

D G

3 points

B C M P

4 points

F H V W Y

5 points

8 points

J X

10 points

Q Z

0 points

? (blank)

Highest-Scoring Common Words

QUIZ22pts JAZZY33pts QUIZZIFY41pts OXAZEPAM28pts ZAX19pts

FAQ

Does this include premium square bonuses?

No — this shows the base tile value of the word. Premium squares (DL, TL, DW, TW) depend on board position and are calculated separately during gameplay.

What about the 50-point bingo bonus?

The calculator shows base tile points only. If you play all 7 tiles in one turn, add 50 points to the total shown for your bingo bonus.

How are blank tiles scored?

Blank tiles always score 0 points. Use ? in the calculator to represent a blank — it won't add any points for that letter position.

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