Have a set of letters and want to know what English words you can make? Enter them below and instantly see every valid word — sorted by length and point value. It’s the fastest way to discover words you didn’t know existed.
How to Use the Word Finder
- Enter your available letters in the search box (up to 15 letters).
- Use ‘?’ for blank tiles or unknown letters.
- Use the toggle at the bottom to switch between Scrabble and Words With Friends dictionaries.
- Click Search to see all possible words.
Learn New Words as You Play
The real value of a word finder isn’t just winning games — it’s the vocabulary you pick up along the way. Every time the tool shows you a word you don’t recognize, that’s a chance to learn something new.
Try this exercise:
Enter the letters T-S-E-O-M-N-R-A. You might think of “monster” or “stream.” But the word finder will also show you “ancestor,” “romances,” and “monstera” — words that expand your vocabulary beyond what you’d discover on your own.
Vocabulary Tips for ESL Learners
Look for word families:
When you find a word like “create,” notice related forms: creator, creation, creative, recreate. Understanding word families helps you learn multiple words at once.
Learn prefixes and suffixes:
Many English words share common parts. UN- (undo, unfair), RE- (redo, rewrite), -TION (action, nation), -LY (quickly, slowly). Recognizing these patterns accelerates vocabulary building.
Focus on high-frequency words:
Short words like QI, ZA, XI, and AA are valid in word games and good to know. But for everyday English, prioritize 4-7 letter words you’ll actually use in conversation.
Scrabble vs. Words With Friends Dictionaries
These two games use different word lists. Some words are valid in one game but not the other. Our tool lets you switch between dictionaries so you always get accurate results for the game you’re playing.
The Scrabble dictionary (TWL for US, SOWPODS for international play) tends to be stricter. Words With Friends accepts some additional words, including certain abbreviations that Scrabble doesn’t allow.
Common Questions
Can I use this for crossword puzzles?
Yes! Enter the letters you have and use ‘?’ for letters you don’t know. The tool will show possible words that fit.
Does the tool show definitions?
Click on any word in the results to see its definition. This makes it easy to learn new vocabulary as you play.
What’s the best way to use this for studying English?
Pick 5 new words from each search, write down their definitions, and try using them in sentences. This active approach helps words stick in your long-term memory.