Best word game guesses starting with E
If you know the answer is a six-letter word starting with E, these are the strongest guesses on this list. Each uses different letters picked from the ones that turn up most often in six-letter puzzle answers, so a single guess tests as many likely letters as possible. After you play one, enter the green, yellow and grey tiles in the solver above to cut the list down.
About the letter E
E is the most common letter in English and the letter most often found at the end of a word, including the silent E.
In Scrabble, E is worth 1 point, and a standard set has 12 E tiles. For comparison, 1,732 six-letter words end in E.
Common and uncommon words
120 of the 453 words (26%) are common English words. 333 are rarer entries such as EGGCUP, ENOSIS and EVENER. Rare words are still valid in Scrabble-style games, but puzzle answers are almost always familiar words, so the highlighted words are the ones to try first.
Frequently asked questions
How many 6 letter words start with E?
Our list has 453 six-letter words starting with E. 120 of them are common words and 88 are the kind of words used as puzzle answers. The list is based on the public-domain ENABLE word list, last updated September 26, 2026.
What is a good word game word starting with E?
ECLAIR is the strongest guess on this page because its letters are the ones most often found in six-letter puzzle answers. EDITOR and EATING are good alternatives.
Which 6 letter word that starts with E scores the most in Scrabble?
EXEQUY scores 25 points at face value, the highest on this list. Among everyday words, ENZYME is the best at 20 points.
What are some common 6 letter words starting with E?
Common examples include ECLAIR, ENTAIL, EROTIC, EDITOR, EATING and ENLIST. They are highlighted in the list above.