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
backlands	22	22
backlash	21	21
backlashed	24	24
backlasher	23	23
backlashers	24	24
backlashes	23	23
backlashing	27	27
backless	19	19
backlights	25	25
backlist	19	19
backlisted	22	22
backlisting	25	25
backlists	20	20
backloads	21	21
backlogs	21	21
backlots	19	19
backmost	21	21
backouts	19	19
backpackers	31	31
backpacks	29	29
backpedals	25	25
backrest	18	18
backrests	19	19
backrooms	22	22
backrush	21	21