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
babus	12	12
babushka	21	21
babushkas	22	22
babydolls	20	20
babyhoods	20	20
babyish	17	17
babymoons	21	21
babyproofs	24	24
babysat	15	15
babysit	15	15
babysits	16	16
babysitter	18	18
babysitters	19	19
babysitting	22	22
bacalaos	15	15
bacalhaus	19	19
baccalas	18	18
baccalaureates	25	25
baccaras	17	17
baccarats	18	18
bacchanals	23	23
bacchantes	22	22
bacchants	21	21
bacchius	20	20
baccies	16	16