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
appertained	19	19
appertaining	22	22
appertains	17	17
appetiser	15	15
appetisers	16	16
appetizer	24	24
appetizers	25	25
applauder	18	18
applauders	19	19
applecart	19	19
applecarts	20	20
applicator	20	20
applicators	21	21
applicatory	23	23
applier	14	14
appliers	15	15
appoggiatura	23	23
appoggiaturas	24	24
apportion	16	16
apportionable	24	24
apportioned	19	19
apportioning	22	22
apportionment	24	24
apportionments	25	25
apportions	17	17