p-r-e-t-z-e-l
PRETZEL A word used in Scrabble and other word games.
18
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
PRETZEL is a valid word in Scrabble and other word games. This word can earn you valuable points due to its letter composition.
The etymology of PRETZEL varies based on its origin and usage in the English language.
•The Z (10 points) in PRETZEL makes it particularly valuable
•High-value letters should be saved for double or triple letter score squares when possible
•PRETZEL can be a game-winning play when used strategically
""I played PRETZEL on a triple word score and earned a huge number of points.""
""PRETZEL is one of those words that can really boost your score in word games.""
Similar length and difficulty words
Total base points: 18 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 2 | Consonants: 5
PRETZEL is memorable and rarely challenged. The Z placement is crucial - aim for triple letter scores or use it to hit multiple premium squares.
Z Placement is Key
The Z alone is worth 10 points. On a triple letter score, that's 30 points from one tile!
Seven-Letter Bonus
Playing all 7 tiles earns a 50-point bonus, making PRETZEL worth 68 points minimum!
Hook Possibilities
Add S for PRETZELS (+1 point) when you need to pluralize
Z-E-L Combo
If you have Z-E-L, look for P-R-T to complete PRETZEL - it's a memorable pattern
PRETZEL has no valid anagrams in standard Scrabble dictionaries. However, you can make these shorter words:
High-value words from PRETZEL letters:
Other words from PRETZEL letters:
Pro tip: ZEST and PREZ are excellent 4-letter plays using the high-value Z!
Practice unscrambling letters to find more high-scoring words like PRETZEL