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
scalpers	15	15
scammer	16	16
scammers	17	17
scamper	16	16
scampered	19	19
scampering	22	22
scampers	17	17
scamster	14	14
scamsters	15	15
scandalmonger	25	25
scandalmongers	26	26
scanner	12	12
scanners	13	13
scanter	11	11
scantier	12	12
scapegrace	21	21
scapegraces	22	22
scapular	16	16
scapulars	17	17
scar	7	7
scarab	12	12
scarabaei	15	15
scarabaeus	17	17
scarabaeuses	19	19
scarabs	13	13