Play DETECTS Strategically

34 valid words • Unscramble DETECTS for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DETECTS

Best Short Plays
CEDE (7pt)CEES (6pt)CETE (6pt)SECT (6pt)DEES (5pt)DEET (5pt)SEED (5pt)TEDS (5pt)
High-Value Long Plays
DETECTS (10pt)DETECT (9pt)DETEST (7pt)TESTED (7pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 10 pts
WWF: 11 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 34 Words

7-letter 1 words Best: DETECTS (10pt)

DETECTS10pt

6-letter 3 words Best: DETECT (9pt)

DETECT9ptDETEST7ptTESTED7pt

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

CEDES8ptCETES7ptDEETS6ptSTEED6pt

4-letter 14 words Best: CEDE (7pt)

CEDE7ptCEES6ptCETE6ptSECT6ptDEES5ptDEET5ptSEED5ptTEDS5ptTEED5ptSETT4ptSTET4ptTEES4ptTEST4ptTETS4pt

3-letter 8 words Best: CEE (5pt)

CEE5ptSEC5ptDEE4ptTED4ptSEE3ptSET3ptTEE3ptTET3pt

2-letter 4 words Best: DE (3pt)

DE3ptED3ptES2ptET2pt

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About the Word DETECTS

  • Letters: 7
  • Scrabble score: 10 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 11 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 34

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DETECTS in Scrabble?
Play DETECTS directly for 10 points, or use its letters to form 34 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DETECTS between Scrabble and WWF?
DETECTS scores 10 pts in Scrabble and 11 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DETECTS?
CEDE (7 pts) is a strong short play from DETECTS.

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