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
bantams	14	14
bantamweights	27	27
bantengs	15	15
banterers	13	13
banters	11	11
banties	11	11
bantlings	17	17
banyans	14	14
banzais	20	20
baobabs	16	16
baps	10	10
baptise	13	13
baptised	15	15
baptises	14	14
baptisia	14	14
baptisias	15	15
baptising	18	18
baptism	16	16
baptismal	19	19
baptismally	24	24
baptisms	17	17
baptist	13	13
baptisteries	18	18
baptistery	18	18
baptistries	17	17