Scrabble Strategy Guide

Better Scrabble play is not just about knowing long words. Strong players manage tiles, control the board and create scoring opportunities.

Start with tile balance

Start with tile balance is an important part of improving your word-game results. Focus on practical patterns, short words and careful board control rather than simply chasing the longest possible word.

Use premium squares carefully

Use premium squares carefully is an important part of improving your word-game results. Focus on practical patterns, short words and careful board control rather than simply chasing the longest possible word.

Learn short words

Learn short words is an important part of improving your word-game results. Focus on practical patterns, short words and careful board control rather than simply chasing the longest possible word.

Think about the next rack

Think about the next rack is an important part of improving your word-game results. Focus on practical patterns, short words and careful board control rather than simply chasing the longest possible word.