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
barrelhouse	18	18
barrelhouses	19	19
barrels	11	11
barrelsful	19	19
barrenest	13	13
barrenness	15	15
barrennesses	17	17
barrens	11	11
barres	9	9
barretors	12	12
barretries	13	13
barrets	10	10
barrettes	12	12
barricades	17	17
barricadoes	18	18
barricados	17	17
barriers	11	11
barrios	10	10
barriques	22	22
barrister	12	12
barristers	13	13
barrooms	14	14
barrows	13	13
bars	7	7
barstool	12	12