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
benzidines	25	25
benzidins	24	24
benzimidazoles	41	41
benzines	22	22
benzins	21	21
benzoates	22	22
benzocaines	28	28
benzodiazepines	42	42
benzoins	22	22
benzoles	22	22
benzols	21	21
benzophenones	33	33
benzopyrenes	31	31
benzoquinones	38	38
benzoyls	24	24
benzyls	23	23
bepaints	15	15
bepimples	22	22
bequeathals	27	27
bequeaths	24	24
bequest	20	20
bequests	21	21
berakes	14	14
berascal	15	15
berascaled	18	18