Word Scramble

Word Scramble shows you a jumble of letters and asks you to rearrange them into a real English word. A game has ten words, each from five to eight letters long. Faster answers earn more points, a hint reveals the first letters at a cost, and you can skip a word if you are stuck. Any word from the game’s list that uses exactly the same letters is accepted. Play Word Scramble free online in your browser — no download or sign-up needed.

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Any real word from the game’s word list that uses exactly these letters counts. Faster answers and fewer hints score more.

Game Information

Category
Word Games
Players
Single player
Difficulty
Words of 5 to 8 letters
Game type
Word, Anagram, Speed
Works on
Desktop and mobile browsers
Controls
  • Keyboard: type your answer and press Enter
  • Touch: use the device keyboard
  • Buttons: Shuffle, Hint, Skip
Features
  • Ten words per game
  • Hint and skip
  • Speed bonus
  • Best score saved

How to Play Word Scramble

Objective

Unscramble as many of the ten words as you can and earn the most points.

Starting a game

Look at the letters shown and type the word you can make from them.

Rules

  • Each correct answer gives 100 points, plus up to 50 for speed.
  • A hint reveals one more starting letter and costs 25 points. Points never fall below 10.
  • Skipping a word reveals it and gives no points.
  • Shuffle rearranges the letters on screen to help you see new combinations.

Controls

  • Keyboard: type your answer and press Enter
  • Touch: use the device keyboard
  • Buttons: Shuffle, Hint, Skip

Winning and losing

After ten words your total score is shown and compared with your best.

Tips and Strategies

  • Look for common endings such as -ING, -ED and -ER.
  • Find the vowels and try them between the consonants.
  • Shuffle the letters if you are stuck on one arrangement.
  • Use a hint instead of wasting time on a hard word.
  • Say the possible words out loud.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a correct answer?

The original word or any other word from the game’s word list that uses exactly the same letters.

Is there a time limit?

No, but faster answers earn extra points.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes, type with your device keyboard.

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