Words with the letter B

The letter B is a valuable consonant in Scrabble, worth 3 points, making it a solid tile for scoring opportunities. Because B is less common than some other letters, it can sometimes be tricky to play, but knowing a range of words that include B can make a big difference. Short words like be, bi, and ab are essential for fitting into tight spaces and creating multiple word combinations. To maximize your score, try to place B on double or triple letter score tiles, which can quickly multiply its value and help you rack up points.

Another effective strategy when playing B is to use it to form prefixes and suffixes that extend existing words. For example, adding B to at to form bat or ab to form abs can open up new opportunities on the board. Knowing two- and three-letter words with B is especially helpful in tight spots where longer words won’t fit. With careful planning, you can turn this seemingly tricky letter into a powerful tool that helps control the board and boosts your overall score.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
buffs	15	15
buffy	17	17
bug	9	9
bugaboo	16	16
bugaboos	17	17
bugbane	17	17
bugbanes	18	18
bugbear	16	16
bugbears	17	17
bugeye	14	14
bugeyes	15	15
bugged	15	15
bugger	14	14
buggered	17	17
buggeries	17	17
buggering	20	20
buggers	15	15
buggier	15	15
buggies	15	15
buggiest	16	16
bugging	18	18
buggy	15	15
bughouse	17	17
bughouses	18	18
bugle	12	12