Word Unscrambler

What this word unscrambler does

This word unscrambler turns a jumble of letters into real words. Type the letters you have, up to 15, and it lists common words of 3 to 8 letters that you can build from them, longest first. Switch to Exact anagrams to see only the words that use every letter. It works for Scrabble-style racks, Wordle-style hints, crosswords and word puzzles of every kind.

How to use it

1. Type your letters in the box. The results update as you type.
2. Use ? for a blank tile or a letter you do not know. You can use up to two blanks.
3. Read the groups from longest to shortest. Words that appear first in a group are the more common ones.
4. Choose Exact anagrams if you need a word that uses all of your letters, for example to unscramble a single scrambled word.
5. Press Reset to clear the box and start again.

How it finds words

For every word in the list, the tool checks whether your letters cover it, counting repeated letters correctly: a word with two L needs two L, or one L plus a blank. Capital letters and accents are ignored. Blanks can stand in for any letter, so a rack of six letters and one blank can reveal words you would not spot by eye.

About the word list

The list is built from public word-frequency data and a spell-check dictionary, so it favours common words of 3 to 8 letters. It can include a few names and borrowed words, and it will miss rare words that a particular game accepts. For longer words, try the finders for 6, 7 or 8 letters.

Frequently asked questions

How many letters can I enter?

Up to 15, including blanks. The results show words of 3 to 8 letters.

What is the difference between the two modes?

Words you can make lists every word that fits inside your letters. Exact anagrams lists only the words that use all of them.

Why does a word from my game not appear?

Games accept many unusual words that a list of common words leaves out. Check the spelling of your letters first, then try a blank.

Is it free?

Yes. It runs in your browser and nothing you type is uploaded.

New to anagrams? Read our guide on how to unscramble words.