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
banians	12	12
banish	12	12
banished	15	15
banisher	14	14
banishers	15	15
banishes	14	14
banishing	18	18
banishment	20	20
banishments	21	21
banister	12	12
banistered	15	15
banisters	13	13
banjaxes	28	28
banjoes	20	20
banjoist	21	21
banjoists	22	22
banjos	19	19
bankabilities	25	25
bankbooks	24	24
bankcards	21	21
bankers	15	15
bankings	19	19
bankits	15	15
banknotes	18	18
bankrollers	21	21