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
barstools	13	13
bartenders	15	15
bartends	13	13
barterers	12	12
barters	10	10
bartisan	12	12
bartisans	13	13
bartizans	22	22
barwares	14	14
baryes	11	11
baryons	13	13
barytas	12	12
barytes	12	12
barytones	15	15
barytons	14	14
bas	6	6
basal	9	9
basally	14	14
basalt	10	10
basaltes	12	12
basaltic	15	15
basalts	11	11
bascinet	15	15
bascinets	16	16
bascule	15	15