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
divert	11	11
diverted	14	14
diverter	13	13
diverters	14	14
diverticula	21	21
diverticular	22	22
diverticulitis	24	24
diverticuloses	24	24
diverticulosis	24	24
diverticulum	26	26
divertimenti	21	21
divertimento	21	21
divertimentos	22	22
diverting	17	17
divertingly	22	22
divertissement	23	23
divertissements	24	24
diverts	12	12
divestiture	17	17
divestitures	18	18
divider	13	13
dividers	14	14
divinatory	18	18
diviner	13	13
diviners	14	14