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
basque	19	19
basques	20	20
bass	7	7
basser	9	9
basses	9	9
bassest	10	10
basset	9	9
basseted	12	12
basseting	15	15
bassets	10	10
bassetted	13	13
bassetting	16	16
bassi	8	8
bassinet	12	12
bassinets	13	13
bassist	10	10
bassists	11	11
bassly	12	12
bassness	12	12
bassnesses	14	14
basso	8	8
bassoon	11	11
bassoonist	14	14
bassoonists	15	15
bassoons	12	12