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
jerrycans	24	24
jersey	17	17
jerseyed	20	20
jerseys	18	18
jester	15	15
jesters	16	16
jetliner	19	19
jetliners	20	20
jetport	19	19
jetports	20	20
jettier	16	16
jeweler	20	20
jewelers	21	21
jeweller	22	22
jewelleries	25	25
jewellers	23	23
jewellery	25	25
jewelries	22	22
jewelry	22	22
jibber	21	21
jibbers	22	22
jiber	17	17
jibers	18	18
jigger	19	19
jiggered	22	22