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
barberries	16	16
barbers	13	13
barbershop	21	21
barbershops	22	22
barbes	12	12
barbets	13	13
barbettes	15	15
barbicans	19	19
barbicels	19	19
barbies	13	13
barbitals	16	16
barbitones	17	17
barbiturates	19	19
barbless	15	15
barbots	13	13
barbottes	15	15
barbs	11	11
barbules	16	16
barbuts	14	14
barbwires	18	18
barcaroles	17	17
barcarolles	19	19
barcas	12	12
barchans	17	17
barcodes	15	15