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
beakiest	15	15
beakless	16	16
beaks	12	12
bealings	15	15
beals	9	9
beamiest	14	14
beamish	15	15
beamishly	20	20
beamless	15	15
beams	11	11
beanbags	17	17
beanballs	18	18
beaneries	13	13
beanies	11	11
beanos	10	10
beanpoles	17	17
beans	9	9
bearbaitings	21	21
bearberries	17	17
bearcats	14	14
beardedness	17	17
beardless	14	14
beards	10	10
beardtongues	20	20
bearers	10	10