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Five-Letter Words Ending With W

93 words

Explore our curated collection of 93 five-letter words that end with W. Notable entries include "ablow" and "aflow" and "aglow". W is worth 4 points in Scrabble — a mid-range tile that rewards strategic placement on premium squares.

Updated June 2026

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Word lists are curated for the Word Challenge game and may not include every word in a standard dictionary.

Tips for Using These Words

  • Wordle: 93 five-letter words end with W. A small enough set that you might spot the answer by scanning the list.
  • Scrabble: In competitive Scrabble, knowing words that end with W helps you extend plays. Look for words with high-value tiles like X, Z, or J for bigger scores.
  • Crosswords: Use the word list to find answers that fit your clue pattern. Words ending with W are common in crossword construction.

Related Word Lists

Highest Scoring Words in Scrabble

Base tile values only — board multipliers not included.

RankWordScore
1oxbow17
2chivw16
3ewhow14
4behew13
5bylaw13
6cahow13
7cohow13
8pawaw13
9pshaw13
10sybow13

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many five-letter words ending with W are there?
There are 93 five-letter words ending with the letter W in the Word Challenge word list — a small but useful collection for this word length. Examples include ablow, aflow, aglow, aknow, allow.
How can I use five-letter words ending with W in Wordle?
When you've confirmed that W is in the last position of the Wordle answer, use this list to find valid guesses. Focus on words with common letters like E, A, R, S, and T to maximise your chances. Good starting guesses from this list include ablow and aflow.
Are these five-letter words valid in Scrabble?
The 93 five-letter words ending with the letter W on this page come from the Word Challenge word list and are suitable for Scrabble, Wordle, and other word games. The letter W is worth 4 points in Scrabble. They can be played directly or used to extend existing words on the board.
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