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
bawds	12	12
bawks	15	15
bawlers	14	14
bawls	12	12
bawns	12	12
bawsunt	15	15
bawties	13	13
bayadeers	15	15
bayaderes	15	15
bayamos	15	15
bayards	13	13
bayberries	18	18
bayest	11	11
bayfronts	18	18
baynoddies	18	18
bayonets	14	14
bayous	12	12
bays	9	9
bayside	13	13
baysides	14	14
baywoods	17	17
bazaars	19	19
bazars	18	18
bazookas	24	24
bazoos	18	18