Words with the letter S

The letter S is one of the most powerful and versatile tiles in Scrabble, even though it’s worth just 1 point. Its strength lies in its ability to pluralize nouns and create new verb forms, instantly turning words like cat into cats or jump into jumps for easy points. Because only four S tiles exist in the game, each one is highly valuable and should be used strategically. Players often hold onto an S until they can use it to build multiple words at once—such as hooking it onto the end of one word while forming another perpendicular word in the process.

To use the letter S effectively, look for opportunities to extend existing words and create compound or parallel plays. For example, adding S to train to form trains while simultaneously building so, sit, or sun can multiply your score across the board. It’s also an excellent letter for setting up or capitalizing on premium scoring squares, especially if you can connect multiple words in a single turn. Though low in point value, the letter S is a strategic powerhouse in Scrabble, capable of turning modest plays into high-scoring moves when used with precision and planning.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
azotises	17	17
azotising	21	21
azotizes	26	26
azotobacters	27	27
azoturias	19	19
azukis	20	20
azulejos	28	28
azures	16	16
azurites	18	18
azygos	19	19
azygoses	21	21
azygous	21	21
baalism	14	14
baalisms	15	15
baals	9	9
baas	7	7
baases	9	9
baaskaap	18	18
baaskaaps	19	19
baaskap	17	17
baaskaps	18	18
baasskap	18	18
baasskaps	19	19
babacus	17	17
babas	11	11