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
backstitching	31	31
backstop	21	21
backstopped	28	28
backstopping	31	31
backstops	22	22
backstories	21	21
backstory	21	21
backstraight	26	26
backstraights	27	27
backstreet	20	20
backstreets	21	21
backstretch	26	26
backstretches	28	28
backstroke	24	24
backstroker	25	25
backstrokers	26	26
backstrokes	25	25
backswept	25	25
backswimmer	30	30
backswimmers	31	31
backswing	25	25
backswings	26	26
backsword	23	23
backswords	24	24
backtalks	24	24