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
bayards	13	13
bayberries	18	18
bayberry	18	18
bayer	10	10
bayfront	17	17
bayfronts	18	18
bazaar	18	18
bazaars	19	19
bazar	17	17
bazars	18	18
beachcomber	28	28
beachcombers	29	29
beachfront	22	22
beachfronts	23	23
beachgoer	19	19
beachgoers	20	20
beachier	16	16
beachwear	20	20
beader	10	10
beaders	11	11
beadier	11	11
beadroll	14	14
beadrolls	15	15
beadwork	19	19
beadworks	20	20