3-Letter Words for Scrabble Go (Complete List)
Experienced Scrabble Go players know that small words often have the biggest impact. While seven-letter bingos look impressive, 3-letter plays are "fundamental tools" that help you clear unhelpful letters, fill tight spaces and hit premium squares. There are more than a thousand valid three-letter words—the Official Scrabble Player's Dictionary lists 1,065, Collins gives 1,351 and Scrabble Go's in-game dictionary may accept around 1,169—so memorizing a core subset will dramatically boost your scoring options.
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Full List of 3-Letter Scrabble Go Words
Because a complete A–Z list would fill pages (there are over 1,000 accepted words), the table below highlights high-scoring and strategically useful three-letter words. Scores are Scrabble values; many yield similar or slightly lower scores in Scrabble Go.
Highest Scoring 3-Letter Words
Premium 3-letter words with the highest point values
| Rank | Word | Score |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | ZZZ | 30 |
| #2 | ZUZ | 21 |
| #3 | ZAX | 19 |
| #4 | ZEK | 16 |
| #5 | FEZ | 15 |
| #6 | FIZ | 15 |
| #7 | PYX | 15 |
| #8 | WIZ | 15 |
| #9 | BIZ | 14 |
| #10 | COZ | 14 |
| #11 | KEX | 14 |
| #12 | ZAP | 14 |
| #13 | ZEP | 14 |
| #14 | ZIP | 14 |
| #15 | ADZ | 13 |
Medium Scoring Words
Mid-range scoring 3-letter words
| Rank | Word | Score |
|---|---|---|
| #51 | ZAS | 12 |
| #52 | ZEE | 12 |
| #53 | ZIN | 12 |
| #54 | ZIT | 12 |
| #55 | ZOA | 12 |
| #56 | ZOO | 12 |
| #57 | DEX | 11 |
| #58 | GOX | 11 |
| #59 | HYP | 11 |
| #60 | JAG | 11 |
| #61 | JIG | 11 |
| #62 | JOG | 11 |
| #63 | JUG | 11 |
| #64 | AXE | 10 |
| #65 | CWM | 10 |
Lower Scoring Words
Lower scoring but still valid 3-letter words
| Rank | Word | Score |
|---|---|---|
| #151 | YAH | 9 |
| #152 | YAW | 9 |
| #153 | YAY | 9 |
| #154 | YEH | 9 |
| #155 | YEW | 9 |
| #156 | YOW | 9 |
| #157 | ABY | 8 |
| #158 | BAH | 8 |
| #159 | BAY | 8 |
| #160 | BEY | 8 |
| #161 | BOW | 8 |
| #162 | BOY | 8 |
| #163 | BUY | 8 |
| #164 | BYE | 8 |
| #165 | BYS | 8 |
Why 3-Letter Words Matter in Scrabble Go
High-Scoring Opportunities
Words with Z, Q and X can yield huge points on premium squares. For example, ZAX scores 19 and even simple plays like QAT or PYX can rack up 12–15 points while clearing tricky letters.
Strategic Play
Short words let you:
- Hook onto existing words: Adding one letter to a two-letter word makes a three-letter word and lets you play across multiple squares.
- Fill tight spaces: As the board fills, three-letter words fit into gaps and block your opponent from reaching premium squares.
- Maintain rack balance: Playing a short word with high-value letters frees up your rack so you can draw better tiles for bingos.
Plan, don't just score – Even though high-point plays like ZAX are tempting, planning ahead often yields better results. Consider how your play opens or blocks board space and whether it helps set up a seven-letter bingo.
Rules & Validity of 3-Letter Words
Scrabble Go uses a dictionary based on the Official Scrabble Player's Dictionary but with some differences. Most three-letter Scrabble words are accepted, yet there are occasional omissions or additions.
Know which list your game uses—North American TWL vs. international SOWPODS—because each list has different word counts (1,065 vs. 1,351).
Always rely on the in-game word checker: if Scrabble Go rejects a word, it isn't playable even if it appears in classic Scrabble.
FAQs About 3-Letter Words in Scrabble Go
Q: What is the most common three-letter word?
"THE" is the most common three-letter word in English and is naturally playable in Scrabble Go.
Q: How many 3-letter words exist?
The Official Scrabble Player's Dictionary (6th ed.) lists 1,065 three-letter words; Collins counts 1,351. Scrabble Go's dictionary includes around 1,169.
Q: What are the 3-letter words with Q?
Only four three-letter words use Q: QAT, QIS, QUA and SUQ. These let you play the high-value Q without needing a U.
Q: What is the highest-scoring 3-letter word?
ZAX is the highest-scoring three-letter word at 19 points. Other strong plays include ZEK (16 points) and FEZ/FIZ/WIZ/BIZ (15 points).
Q: Are there three-letter words with no vowels?
Yes. CWM, a Welsh word for a steep valley, is vowel-less and is valid in Scrabble.
Q: Do Scrabble Go and classic Scrabble use the same 3-letter words?
Mostly, yes. Scrabble Go's list is based on the official Scrabble dictionary, but minor differences exist. Always verify words within the app and note that updates may add or remove obscure terms.
By focusing on high-value short words and knowing how to hook them into existing plays, you'll make your Scrabble Go rack work harder and score more, even when long bingos aren't an option.
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