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
cowboy	17	17
cowboyed	20	20
cowboying	23	23
cowboys	18	18
cowherb	18	18
cowherbs	19	19
coxcomb	26	26
coxcombical	34	34
coxcombries	30	30
coxcombry	30	30
coxcombs	27	27
crab	10	10
crabbed	17	17
crabbedness	22	22
crabber	16	16
crabbers	17	17
crabbier	17	17
crabbiest	18	18
crabbily	20	20
crabbing	20	20
crabby	17	17
crabeater	15	15
crabgrass	17	17
crabgrasses	19	19
crablike	19	19