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
babassu	14	14
babassus	15	15
babbitries	19	19
babbitts	17	17
babblers	18	18
babbles	17	17
babblings	22	22
babels	13	13
babes	11	11
babesia	13	13
babesiae	14	14
babesias	14	14
babesioses	16	16
babesiosis	16	16
babiches	19	19
babies	12	12
babiest	13	13
babirusa	15	15
babirusas	16	16
babkas	16	16
babools	14	14
baboons	14	14
baboos	12	12
babouches	21	21
babuls	14	14