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
batons	10	10
batrachians	20	20
bats	7	7
batsman	14	14
batsmen	14	14
battailous	15	15
battalias	13	13
battalions	15	15
battements	17	17
batteners	13	13
battens	11	11
batterers	12	12
batteries	12	12
batters	10	10
battiest	11	11
battiks	14	14
battiness	13	13
battinesses	15	15
battings	14	14
battlefields	21	21
battlefronts	20	20
battlegrounds	22	22
battlements	19	19
battlers	12	12
battles	11	11