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
windrowing	21	21
windrows	16	16
windscreen	19	19
windscreens	20	20
windstorm	17	17
windstorms	18	18
windsurf	17	17
windsurfed	20	20
windsurfing	23	23
windsurfs	18	18
windthrow	19	19
windthrows	20	20
windward	17	17
windwards	18	18
winegrower	19	19
winegrowers	20	20
winemaker	20	20
winemakers	21	21
winepress	16	16
winepresses	18	18
wineries	12	12
winery	12	12
winger	12	12
wingers	13	13
wingier	13	13