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
bassos	9	9
basswood	15	15
basswoods	16	16
bassy	10	10
bast	7	7
bastard	11	11
bastardies	14	14
bastardise	14	14
bastardised	16	16
bastardises	15	15
bastardising	19	19
bastardization	28	28
bastardizations	29	29
bastardize	23	23
bastardized	25	25
bastardizes	24	24
bastardizing	28	28
bastards	12	12
bastardy	14	14
baste	8	8
basted	10	10
baster	9	9
basters	10	10
bastes	9	9
bastile	11	11