Play DATES Strategically

40 valid words • Unscramble DATES for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DATES

Best Short Plays
DATE (5pt)SADE (5pt)TADS (5pt)TEDS (5pt)ATES (4pt)EAST (4pt)EATS (4pt)ETAS (4pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 6 pts
WWF: 6 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 40 Words

5-letter 5 words Best: DATES (6pt)

DATES6ptSATED6ptSTADE6ptSTEAD6ptTSADE6pt

4-letter 12 words Best: DATE (5pt)

DATE5ptSADE5ptTADS5ptTEDS5ptATES4ptEAST4ptEATS4ptETAS4ptSATE4ptSEAT4ptSETA4ptTEAS4pt

3-letter 14 words Best: ADS (4pt)

ADS4ptSAD4ptTAD4ptTED4ptATE3ptEAT3ptETA3ptSAE3ptSAT3ptSEA3ptSET3ptTAE3ptTAS3ptTEA3pt

2-letter 9 words Best: AD (3pt)

AD3ptDE3ptED3ptAE2ptAS2ptAT2ptES2ptET2ptTA2pt

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About the Word DATES

  • Letters: 5
  • Scrabble score: 6 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 6 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 40

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DATES in Scrabble?
Play DATES directly for 6 points, or use its letters to form 40 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DATES between Scrabble and WWF?
DATES scores 6 pts in Scrabble and 6 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DATES?
DATE (5 pts) is a strong short play from DATES.

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