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
superstrong	18	18
superstructural	25	25
superstructure	23	23
superstructures	24	24
superstud	15	15
superstuds	16	16
supersubtle	20	20
supersubtlety	24	24
supersweet	17	17
supersymmetric	29	29
supersymmetries	27	27
supersymmetry	27	27
supersystem	20	20
supersystems	21	21
supertanker	20	20
supertankers	21	21
supertax	19	19
supertaxes	21	21
superterrific	23	23
superthick	23	23
superthin	16	16
superthriller	21	21
superthrillers	22	22
supertight	18	18
supertitle	15	15