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
doorcases	13	13
doored	8	8
doorjamb	24	24
doorjambs	25	25
doorkeeper	18	18
doorkeepers	19	19
doorknob	17	17
doorknobs	18	18
doorless	10	10
doorman	12	12
doormat	11	11
doormats	12	12
doormen	12	12
doornail	11	11
doornails	12	12
doorplate	14	14
doorplates	15	15
doorpost	12	12
doorposts	13	13
doors	6	6
doorsill	11	11
doorsills	12	12
doorstep	12	12
doorsteps	13	13
doorstop	12	12