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Word Builder
Form words from letter tiles and score points. The classic word game you love!
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Word Builder
Form words and score points!
About Word Builder
Word Builder is one of the world's most beloved word games, invented in 1938. Players draw letter tiles and use them to form words, scoring points based on letter values and board positions.
Our online version captures the essence of the classic game - form words from your tile rack to score points. Each letter has a specific value, with common letters worth less and rare letters like Q, Z, X, and J worth more.
Whether you're a wordsmith or just looking for a fun challenge, Word Builder offers endless entertainment while expanding your vocabulary!
How to Play Word Builder
1
View Your Tiles
You start with 7 random letter tiles. Each shows its point value.
2
Form Words
Click tiles to spell a valid word. The word appears above your rack.
3
Play the Word
Click "Play Word" to score points. Used tiles are replaced from the bag.
4
Maximize Score
Use high-value letters and form longer words for bonus points!
Letter Point Values
A
1
B
3
C
3
D
2
E
1
F
4
G
2
H
4
I
1
J
8
K
5
L
1
M
3
N
1
O
1
P
3
Q
10
R
1
S
1
T
1
U
1
V
4
W
4
X
8
Y
4
Z
10
Benefits of Playing Word Builder
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Vocabulary Building
Learn new words and their spellings
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Strategic Thinking
Plan moves to maximize points
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Mental Exercise
Keep your mind sharp and active
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Family Fun
Great for all ages and skill levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Word Builder is a classic word game where players use letter tiles to form words. Each letter has a point value, and the goal is to score as many points as possible by creating valid words.
Each letter has a point value (common letters like E, A, I = 1 point; rare letters like Q, Z = 10 points). Your word score is the sum of all letter values. Words 5+ letters get a 50% bonus!
Our version accepts common English words from our dictionary. Words must be at least 2 letters long. Proper nouns and abbreviations are not allowed.
Yes! Select the tiles you want to exchange and click "Exchange". The tiles go back to the bag and you draw new ones. This costs your turn.
Yes! This Word Builder-style word game is completely free to play online with no downloads required.