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RATHER

6 letters · 2 syllables

R 1/1
A 1/1
T 1/1
H 4/3
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of RATHER

RATHER is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is RATHER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, RATHER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: RATHER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RATHER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter rather Total
Scrabble 111411 9
WWF 111311 8

How to Use RATHER in Word Games

RATHER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, RATHER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RATHER to find 62 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RATHER

What does RATHER mean?
RATHER is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is RATHER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RATHER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RATHER worth in Scrabble?
RATHER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from RATHER?
You can make 62 words from the letters in RATHER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.