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
buts	8	8
butt	8	8
buttals	12	12
butte	9	9
butted	11	11
butter	10	10
butterball	19	19
butterballs	20	20
buttercream	21	21
buttercreams	22	22
buttercup	20	20
buttercups	21	21
buttered	13	13
butterfat	16	16
butterfats	17	17
butterfingered	25	25
butterfingers	23	23
butterfish	19	19
butterfishes	21	21
butterflied	20	20
butterflies	19	19
butterfly	19	19
butterflyer	21	21
butterflyers	22	22
butterflying	25	25