Explore all 50 six-letter words starting with K fully validated for Scrabble (TWL & SOWPODS), Words with Friends, and other popular word games.
All 275 6-Letter Words Starting With K
Top 6-Letter Words Starting With K
KEEPER, KERNEL, KETTLE, KITTEN, KNIGHT, KNIVES, KNOTTY, KINDLY, KNOBBY, KABUKI
Scrabble Strategy: 6-Letter K Words
K (5 pts) is rare but powerful. KNIGHT (12 pts) and KERNEL (10 pts) shine on bonus squares. The KN- digraph is a Scrabble hallmark — learn KNIVES and KNOTTY.
Using 6-Letter K Words in Words With Friends
Six-letter words starting with K are powerful in Words with Friends. Place your highest-value tile on a premium square and scan for parallel plays — a 6-letter word next to a 2-3 letter word adds 20-plus bonus points.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many 6-letter words start with K?
Approximately 50 valid 6-letter words start with K in OSPD/TWL and Collins SOWPODS.
Are 6-letter words valuable in Scrabble?
Yes — playing 6 tiles using a 7th already on the board earns a 50-point bingo bonus. Six-letter words are prime bingo-setup plays.
Which 6-letter K word scores highest?
Words with Q (10 pts), Z (10 pts), J (8 pts), X (8 pts), or K (5 pts) score most. Use our Word Unscrambler for your exact tiles.