Play DEFEND Strategically

20 valid words • Unscramble DEFEND for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DEFEND

Best Short Plays
FEED (8pt)FEND (8pt)DEED (6pt)DENE (5pt)NEED (5pt)FED (7pt)FEE (6pt)FEN (6pt)
High-Value Long Plays
DEFEND (11pt)FENDED (11pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 11 pts
WWF: 12 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 20 Words

6-letter 2 words Best: DEFEND (11pt)

DEFEND11ptFENDED11pt

5-letter 1 words Best: ENDED (7pt)

ENDED7pt

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

FEED8ptFEND8ptDEED6ptDENE5ptNEED5pt

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

FED7ptFEE6ptFEN6ptDEE4ptDEN4ptEND4ptNEE3pt

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

EF5ptDE3ptED3ptEN2ptNE2pt

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About the Word DEFEND

  • Letters: 6
  • Scrabble score: 11 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 12 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 20

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFEND in Scrabble?
Play DEFEND directly for 11 points, or use its letters to form 20 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DEFEND between Scrabble and WWF?
DEFEND scores 11 pts in Scrabble and 12 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DEFEND?
FEED (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFEND.

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