Definition of ESSAY
ESSAY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.
Word Details
Is ESSAY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ESSAY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ESSAY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ESSAY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | s | s | a | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ESSAY
30 words from the letters in ESSAY
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ESSAY in Word Games
ESSAY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ESSAY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ESSAY to find 30 additional valid words.