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
basket	13	13
basketball	22	22
basketballer	24	24
basketballers	25	25
basketballs	23	23
basketful	21	21
basketfuls	22	22
basketlike	22	22
basketries	17	17
basketry	17	17
baskets	14	14
basketsful	22	22
basketwork	24	24
basketworks	25	25
basking	17	17
basks	12	12
basmati	13	13
basmatis	14	14
basophil	17	17
basophile	18	18
basophiles	19	19
basophilia	19	19
basophilias	20	20
basophilic	22	22
basophils	18	18