9-letter words
There are 41,139 9-letter words in our dictionary. Nine-letter words are showpieces. They rarely fit, but when they do they can decide a game.
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The sample below is sorted alphabetically with each word's Scrabble score, and the highest-scoring 9-letter words are called out separately. To narrow the list to words you can build from your own tiles, use the solver at the top of the page.
Highest-scoring 9-letter words
9-letter words (41,139)
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Frequently asked questions
How many 9-letter words are there?
Our dictionary contains 41,139 words that are exactly 9 letters long.
What is the highest-scoring 9-letter word?
BAZZAZZES scores 47 points in Scrabble, making it one of the top 9-letter words for value before board bonuses.
Where are 9-letter words useful?
9-letter words come up constantly in Scrabble, Words With Friends, and crossword solving. Knowing the pool helps you spot plays faster.