Play SHIP Strategically

15 valid words • Unscramble SHIP for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for SHIP

Best Short Plays
HIPS (9pt)PHIS (9pt)PISH (9pt)SHIP (9pt)HIP (8pt)PHI (8pt)HIS (6pt)PIS (5pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 9 pts
WWF: 9 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 15 Words

4-letter 4 words Best: HIPS (9pt)

HIPS9ptPHIS9ptPISH9ptSHIP9pt

3-letter 6 words Best: HIP (8pt)

HIP8ptPHI8ptHIS6ptPIS5ptPSI5ptSIP5pt

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

HI5ptSH5ptPI4ptIS2ptSI2pt

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About the Word SHIP

  • Letters: 4
  • Scrabble score: 9 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 9 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 15

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play SHIP in Scrabble?
Play SHIP directly for 9 points, or use its letters to form 15 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for SHIP between Scrabble and WWF?
SHIP scores 9 pts in Scrabble and 9 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from SHIP?
HIPS (9 pts) is a strong short play from SHIP.

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