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
basenji	20	20
basenjis	21	21
basepath	16	16
basepaths	17	17
baseplate	16	16
baseplates	17	17
baser	8	8
baserunning	20	20
baserunnings	21	21
bases	8	8
basest	9	9
bash	9	9
bashaw	14	14
bashaws	15	15
bashed	12	12
basher	11	11
bashers	12	12
bashes	11	11
bashful	17	17
bashfully	22	22
bashfulness	22	22
bashing	15	15
bashings	16	16
bashlyk	19	19
bashlyks	20	20