Play DEFENCE Strategically

21 valid words • Unscramble DEFENCE for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DEFENCE

Best Short Plays
FEED (8pt)FEND (8pt)CEDE (7pt)DENE (5pt)NEED (5pt)FED (7pt)FEE (6pt)FEN (6pt)
High-Value Long Plays
DEFENCE (13pt)FENCED (12pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 13 pts
WWF: 15 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 21 Words

7-letter 1 words Best: DEFENCE (13pt)

DEFENCE13pt

6-letter 1 words Best: FENCED (12pt)

FENCED12pt

5-letter 1 words Best: FENCE (10pt)

FENCE10pt

4-letter 5 words Best: FEED (8pt)

FEED8ptFEND8ptCEDE7ptDENE5ptNEED5pt

3-letter 8 words Best: FED (7pt)

FED7ptFEE6ptFEN6ptCEE5ptDEE4ptDEN4ptEND4ptNEE3pt

2-letter 5 words Best: EF (5pt)

EF5ptDE3ptED3ptEN2ptNE2pt

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About the Word DEFENCE

  • Letters: 7
  • Scrabble score: 13 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 15 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 21

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFENCE in Scrabble?
Play DEFENCE directly for 13 points, or use its letters to form 21 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DEFENCE between Scrabble and WWF?
DEFENCE scores 13 pts in Scrabble and 15 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DEFENCE?
FEED (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFENCE.

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