FAQ

What is Words with Friends?

Words with Friends is a popular word-based game that is similar to Scrabble and Word Chums.

Who developed Words with Friends?

Words with Friends was first developed by Newtoy, Inc. and later acquired by Zynga in 2010.

How is the game played?

The game is played on a board with a grid of squares, each of which contains a letter. Players take turns forming words on the board using the letters in their tray and earning points based on the length and complexity of the words they form.

How many players can play Words with Friends at a time?

Words with Friends is a two-player game, but can also be played with random opponents.

Can the game be played on different platforms?

Yes, Words with Friends is available on various platforms including iOS, Android, Facebook, and Kindle.

How do players earn points in the game?

Players earn points by forming words on the board using the letters in their tray. Points are based on the length and complexity of the words formed.

Are there any special squares on the board?

Yes, there are special squares on the board such as "Double Letter" and "Triple Letter" squares that multiply the point value of the letter placed on them, and "Double Word" and "Triple Word" squares that multiply the point value of the word formed on them.

Can players use a dictionary to check if their words are valid?

Yes, Words with Friends has a built-in dictionary of words that players can use to check if their words are valid.

Is there a time limit for each turn?

No, there is no time limit for each turn, but there is a time limit for the entire game.

What happens if a player is unable to form a word?

If a player is unable to form a word, they must forfeit their turn and return any letters from their tray to the bag.

What happens when the game is over?

When the game is over, the points for each player's remaining letters are subtracted from their score. The player with the highest final score wins the game.

Is there a feature in the game called "Ghost Mode"?

Yes, Words with Friends has a feature called "Ghost Mode" that allows players to play a game without the other player knowing it, this feature is used for when a player is blocked or unfriended.

How do players earn points in the game?

Players earn points by forming words on the board using the letters in their tray. Points are based on the length and complexity of the words formed.

Are there any special squares on the board?

Yes, there are special squares on the board such as "Double Letter" and "Triple Letter" squares that multiply the point value of the letter placed on them, and "Double Word" and "Triple Word" squares that multiply the point value of the word formed on them.

Can players use a dictionary to check if their words are valid?

Yes, Words with Friends has a built-in dictionary of words that players can use to check if their words are valid.

Is there a time limit for each turn?

Yes, Words with Friends allows players to challenge a word played by an opponent if they believe it is not a valid word. If the challenged word is found to be invalid, the opponent loses the points for that word and must remove it from the board. If the challenged word is found to be valid, the challenger loses their turn and points.

How is a game of Words with Friends won?

A game of Words with Friends is won by the player with the highest score at the end of the game.

How is a game of Words with Friends lost?

A game of Words with Friends can be lost by a player if they run out of letters in their tray and cannot form a word, or if they choose to forfeit the game.

Is there a time limit for the entire game?

Yes, there is a time limit for the entire game, the time limit is set by the players themselves, each game is given a time limit of 1 week, if the game is not finished by then, the game will be forfeited and the player with the highest score wins.

What happens if both players have the same score at the end of the game?

If both players have the same score at the end of the game, the game is considered a tie.

Is there a way to end the game prematurely?

Yes, either player can choose to forfeit the game at any time, or if one player chooses to resign the game.

What is the most important strategy when playing Words with Friends?

The most important strategy when playing Words with Friends is to form words that use high-scoring letters and take advantage of the special squares on the board.

What are some high-scoring letters?

The high-scoring letters in Words with Friends are J, X, and Z, which are worth 8 points each, and Q and Z, which are worth 10 points each.

What are the special squares on the board?

The special squares on the board in Words with Friends include "Double Letter" and "Triple Letter" squares that multiply the point value of the letter placed on them, and "Double Word" and "Triple Word" squares that multiply the point value of the word formed on them.

How can players take advantage of the special squares on the board?

Players can take advantage of the special squares on the board by forming words that use the high-scoring letters and placing them on the special squares to increase their point value.

Are there any words that can be formed using all the vowels?

Yes, the word "Euoia" is a fictional word that can be formed using all the vowels.

What is a bingo?

A bingo is when a player uses all 7 of their tiles in a single play.

How can a player increase their chances of getting a bingo?

A player can increase their chances of getting a bingo by paying attention to the letters in their tray and looking for opportunities to use them all in a single play.

Are there any words that can be formed using all the consonants?

No. But, as for strategy, it's worth noting that even though there's no word that uses all the consonants, you can still try to use as many as you can in one word, it also depends on the letters you have on your tray and the board, to maximize your points.

What should a player do when they have a lot of vowels in their tray?

When a player has a lot of vowels in their tray, they should look for opportunities to use them in combination with high-scoring consonants to form high-scoring words.

What should a player do when they have a lot of consonants in their tray?

When a player has a lot of consonants in their tray, they should look for opportunities to use them to form words that use high-scoring vowels or to form common words that use multiple consonants in combination.

Is it better to play a small word or to pass the turn?

It depends on the situation, if the small word can be placed on a high-scoring square or if it can be used to set up a high-scoring word on a future turn, it may be worth it to play it. However, if the small word will not earn many points and will not set up any opportunities for future turns, it may be better to pass the turn.