Play DEFENDE Strategically

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

Strategy Tips for DEFENDE

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)NEEDED (8pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 12 pts
WWF: 13 pts
Valid: No

Complete Word List — 21 Words

6-letter 3 words Best: DEFEND (11pt)

DEFEND11ptFENDED11ptNEEDED8pt

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 DEFENDE

  • Letters: 7
  • Scrabble score: 12 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 13 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: No
  • Valid in Words With Friends: No
  • Words found: 21

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFENDE in Scrabble?
DEFENDE itself isn't valid in Scrabble, but you can use its letters to form 21 other words.
What is the difference in score for DEFENDE between Scrabble and WWF?
The letters of DEFENDE can form 21 words — scores vary by word.
What is the best short word from DEFENDE?
FEED (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFENDE.

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