Words Starting With WO
All 589 English words starting with WO. Sorted by Scrabble and WWF scores. Filter by length — free, no account needed.
What Are WO Words?
Words starting with WO are English words that begin with the letters WO. This diverse group of 589 terms ranges from simple monosyllables like 'won' and 'wow' to complex eight-letter words, which represent the most common length at 21.1%. Many of these words derive from Old English roots, such as 'wood' from 'wudu' and 'work' from 'weorc', reflecting their deep historical presence in the language. The collection encompasses nouns, verbs, and adjectives that describe natural elements, actions, and emotions, forming a vital part of everyday vocabulary.
Statistical Profile: Words Starting With WO
- Total words: 589 words start with WO
- Dominant length: 8 letters (21.1% of WO-words)
- Average Scrabble score: 15.6 points — above the dictionary average of 15.5
- Common words: 5.4% of WO-words appear in everyday English (vs. 3.2% average across all prefixes)
- Most common third letter: After WO, the most frequent next letter is R (193 words)
Common WO Words
These are the most recognizable words starting with WO:
won, wow, wolf, wood, wool, word, work, worm, worn, woman, works, world, worry, worse, worst, worth, would, wound, wonder, wooden
Using WO Words in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or word games, leveraging the average score of 15.6 points for WO words can provide a strategic edge over the dictionary average of 15.5. While short words like 'woe' are useful for tight spaces, aiming for the frequent eight-letter length category maximizes board coverage and point potential. Players should memorize high-scoring variants like 'woodcockize' to capitalize on premium squares, as the high concentration of consonants in this prefix often yields strong plays.
Highest-Scoring WO Words
Scrabble
- woodcockize — 32 points
- worshipworthy — 30 points
- workwomanlike — 29 points
- workmanlikeness — 28 points
- worldquake — 27 points
Words With Friends
- woodcockize — 34 points
- workwomanlike — 32 points
- workmanlikeness — 32 points
- womanmuckle — 30 points
- woodjobber — 29 points
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Related Prefixes
WA WordsWE WordsWH WordsWI WordsWR WordsWU WordsWY Words
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words start with WO?
There are 589 valid words starting with WO. This comprehensive list includes common terms like 'wolf' and 'worm' alongside more obscure entries. The collection is curated to ensure every entry is recognized by major Scrabble and dictionary standards.
What is the best Scrabble word starting with WO?
woodcockize scores 32 points. This eight-letter verb is one of the highest-scoring options available for this prefix. It effectively utilizes high-value letters to maximize points when placed on premium board squares.
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