IF — Is IF a Scrabble Word?
IF is a two-letter word. This page checks dictionary validity and scores for Scrabble US/Canada and Words With Friends.
Word game validity
Scores are base tile values, before board multipliers. This is a word-game validity check, not a general dictionary definition.
Score breakdown
I = 1 + F = 4 = 5 points in Scrabble. IF is a common English word. On a triple-word square it is worth 15 points; in Words With Friends it scores 5 base points.
Hooks: add one letter to IF
Hooks let you play a word alongside IF and score both. IF takes 3 front hooks and 2 back hooks.
Front hooks (letter + IF)
- DIF7
- KIF10
- RIF6
Back hooks (IF + letter)
- IFF9
- IFS6
3 letter words containing IF (5)
- IFS6
- DIF7
- IFF9
- RIF6
- KIF10
4 letter words starting with IF (1)
- IFFY13
About this word check
Two-letter words like IF are the glue of Scrabble: they let you play parallel to other words and score in two directions. Learn its hooks above, then compare it with the other two-letter words. Use the 2 letter words list to compare related words, or the word finder to search your rack.
Frequently asked questions
Is IF a Scrabble word?
Yes. IF is valid in TWL06 and scores 5 points.
Is IF valid in Words With Friends?
Yes. IF is in the ENABLE word list and scores 5 WWF points.
How many points is IF?
It scores 5 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends.
Is IF a two-letter word?
Yes. IF has two letters.
What words can you make by adding a letter to IF?
Front hooks: DIF, KIF, RIF. Back hooks: IFF, IFS.
How is IF scored?
I = 1 + F = 4 = 5 points in Scrabble, before premium squares.