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
backsliders	23	23
backslides	22	22
backsliding	26	26
backspace	25	25
backspaced	27	27
backspaces	26	26
backspacing	30	30
backspin	22	22
backspins	23	23
backsplash	26	26
backsplashes	28	28
backstab	21	21
backstabbed	28	28
backstabber	27	27
backstabbers	28	28
backstabbing	31	31
backstabbings	32	32
backstabs	22	22
backstage	21	21
backstairs	20	20
backstay	20	20
backstays	21	21
backstitch	25	25
backstitched	28	28
backstitches	27	27