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
basilects	16	16
basilic	14	14
basilica	15	15
basilicae	16	16
basilican	17	17
basilicas	16	16
basilisk	16	16
basilisks	17	17
basils	10	10
basin	9	9
basinal	12	12
basined	12	12
basinet	11	11
basinets	12	12
basinful	17	17
basinfuls	18	18
basing	12	12
basins	10	10
basion	10	10
basions	11	11
basipetal	16	16
basipetally	21	21
basis	8	8
bask	11	11
basked	14	14