EH: The Smallest Word That Wins Games
EH is just two letters, but it punches above its weight in word games. It's a valid Scrabble word worth 5 points, and because it's so short, you can wedge it into corners of the board that longer words can't reach. EH is classified as an interjection -- a Canadian English staple that's become a worldwide verbal tic. In competitive Scrabble, knowing two-letter words like EH is the difference between amateurs and serious players, since they open up parallel plays worth 20+ points.
Crossword constructors love EH because it fills tight grid spots where longer answers won't work. You'll often see it clued as "Canadian interjection" or "Questioning sound." If you're solving and you see either of those clues with two squares, write in EH with confidence. The word sits in good company with other two-letter interjections like AH, OH, and UH. For more two-letter plays, look at words starting with XI -- another short word that opens scoring opportunities. And when you need longer words after placing EH, check words starting with RE for extensions that build off existing tiles.
FAQ
Is EH valid in Words With Friends?
Yes, EH is valid in both Scrabble (TWL and SOWPODS dictionaries) and Words With Friends. It scores 4 points in WWF versus 5 in Scrabble. Pair it with other short words like those in words starting with QA to maximize your two-letter word toolkit.
What parallel plays work well with EH?
Place EH so the E or H lines up with letters in adjacent rows. For example, placing EH next to an existing word so E forms EN and H forms HE gives you points for all three words in one turn. Check words ending in AX and words ending in Z for high-value adjacent options.