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
chinstrap	18	18
chintzier	24	24
chipboard	21	21
chipboards	22	22
chipmaker	24	24
chipmakers	25	25
chipper	18	18
chippered	21	21
chippering	24	24
chippers	19	19
chippier	19	19
chiral	12	12
chiralities	17	17
chirality	17	17
chirimoya	19	19
chirimoyas	20	20
chirk	14	14
chirked	17	17
chirker	16	16
chirkest	17	17
chirking	20	20
chirks	15	15
chirm	13	13
chirmed	16	16
chirming	19	19