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
berlines	13	13
berlins	12	12
bermes	12	12
berms	11	11
bermudas	16	16
bernicles	17	17
berrettas	12	12
berries	10	10
berryings	17	17
berseem	13	13
berseems	14	14
berserk	14	14
berserker	16	16
berserkers	17	17
berserkly	19	19
berserks	15	15
berthas	12	12
berthings	17	17
berths	11	11
berylliums	21	21
beryls	12	12
bes	6	6
bescorch	19	19
bescorched	22	22
bescorches	21	21