Play DOWNS Strategically

32 valid words • Unscramble DOWNS for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DOWNS

Best Short Plays
DOWN (8pt)DOWS (8pt)NOWS (7pt)OWNS (7pt)SNOW (7pt)SOWN (7pt)WONS (7pt)DONS (5pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 9 pts
WWF: 10 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 32 Words

5-letter 1 words Best: DOWNS (9pt)

DOWNS9pt

4-letter 9 words Best: DOWN (8pt)

DOWN8ptDOWS8ptNOWS7ptOWNS7ptSNOW7ptSOWN7ptWONS7ptDONS5ptNODS5pt

3-letter 14 words Best: DOW (7pt)

DOW7ptNOW6ptOWN6ptSOW6ptWON6ptWOS6ptDON4ptDOS4ptNOD4ptODS4ptSOD4ptNOS3ptONS3ptSON3pt

2-letter 8 words Best: OW (5pt)

OW5ptWO5ptDO3ptOD3ptNO2ptON2ptOS2ptSO2pt

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About the Word DOWNS

  • Letters: 5
  • Scrabble score: 9 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 10 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 32

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DOWNS in Scrabble?
Play DOWNS directly for 9 points, or use its letters to form 32 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DOWNS between Scrabble and WWF?
DOWNS scores 9 pts in Scrabble and 10 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DOWNS?
DOWN (8 pts) is a strong short play from DOWNS.

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