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
upbraids	16	16
upbringing	23	23
upcourt	15	15
upcurl	15	15
upcurled	18	18
upcurling	21	21
upcurls	16	16
upcurve	19	19
upcurved	21	21
upcurves	20	20
upcurving	24	24
updart	11	11
updarted	14	14
updarting	17	17
updarts	12	12
updater	12	12
updaters	13	13
updraft	15	15
updrafts	16	16
updried	13	13
updries	12	12
updry	12	12
updrying	18	18
upfront	15	15
upgather	16	16