Play NEXUS Strategically

18 valid words • Unscramble NEXUS for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for NEXUS

Best Short Plays
SEX (10pt)ENS (3pt)NUS (3pt)SEN (3pt)SUE (3pt)SUN (3pt)UNS (3pt)USE (3pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 12 pts
WWF: 14 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 18 Words

5-letter 2 words Best: NEXUS (12pt)

NEXUS12ptUNSEX12pt

3-letter 8 words Best: SEX (10pt)

SEX10ptENS3ptNUS3ptSEN3ptSUE3ptSUN3ptUNS3ptUSE3pt

2-letter 8 words Best: EX (9pt)

EX9ptXU9ptEN2ptES2ptNE2ptNU2ptUN2ptUS2pt

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About the Word NEXUS

  • Letters: 5
  • Scrabble score: 12 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 14 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 18

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play NEXUS in Scrabble?
Play NEXUS directly for 12 points, or use its letters to form 18 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for NEXUS between Scrabble and WWF?
NEXUS scores 12 pts in Scrabble and 14 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from NEXUS?
SEX (10 pts) is a strong short play from NEXUS.

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