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
benders	12	12
bendiest	13	13
bends	10	10
bendways	18	18
bendwise	16	16
bendys	13	13
benedicks	21	21
benedictions	21	21
benedicts	17	17
benefactions	23	23
benefactors	21	21
benefactress	22	22
benefactresses	24	24
beneficences	26	26
benefices	19	19
beneficialness	26	26
beneficials	22	22
beneficiaries	23	23
beneficiates	22	22
beneficiations	25	25
benefiters	17	17
benefits	15	15
benes	9	9
benevolences	25	25
benevolentness	25	25