5-letter words ending in X
There are 67 5-letter words that end in X. Fixing both the length and the final letter is a precise filter, which is why it shows up so often in Wordle strategy and crossword solving. X is worth eight points and almost never starts a word, which makes the short list of x-openers worth memorising.
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Use ? or * for blank tiles. Shorter words are included too. Dictionary loads on your first search.
The full set is listed below with Scrabble points. Common examples include addax, admix, affix, annex and beaux. On the solver, set a length of 5 and an Ends filter of X to see which of these your tiles can make.
Highest-scoring 5-letter words ending in x
5-letter words ending in X (67)
Frequently asked questions
How many 5-letter words end in X?
There are 67 words in our dictionary that are 5 letters long and end with X.
Are these useful for Wordle?
Yes. If you have a green X in the last position, this is your candidate list. Cross off words containing letters you have already ruled out.