Words with the letter R

The letter R is one of the most commonly used consonants in the English language and is worth 1 point in Scrabble. While it doesn't carry a high individual value, its versatility makes it a powerful tool for building and extending words. R appears frequently at the beginning and end of words, making it useful for forming words like are, rat, roar, and row. It's also helpful for pluralizing or conjugating verbs, such as turning bake into baker or care into cared. Because of its flexibility, having an R on your rack helps you adapt to the board and take advantage of openings quickly.

Strategically, the letter R is excellent for making hook plays—adding it to the end of a word like cat to form cart or ear to create earn. It also works well in compound words and in prefixes or suffixes like re-, -er, and -ar, which can boost your scoring potential when combined with premium squares. While R might not add a big number to your total by itself, it plays a crucial supporting role in building longer words and maximizing the value of your high-point tiles. Mastering its use helps maintain strong board control and steady scoring throughout the game.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
feared	10	10
fearer	9	9
fearers	10	10
fearful	15	15
fearfuller	19	19
fearfullest	20	20
fearfully	20	20
fearfulness	20	20
fearfulnesses	22	22
fearing	13	13
fearless	12	12
fearlessly	17	17
fearlessness	17	17
fearlessnesses	19	19
fearmonger	19	19
fearmongering	25	25
fearmongerings	26	26
fearmongers	20	20
fears	8	8
fearsome	14	14
fearsomely	19	19
fearsomeness	19	19
feaster	10	10
feasters	11	11
feater	9	9