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
besprinkle	22	22
besprinkled	24	24
besprinkles	23	23
besprinkling	27	27
best	7	7
bestead	11	11
besteaded	14	14
besteading	17	17
besteads	12	12
bested	10	10
bestial	11	11
bestialities	16	16
bestiality	16	16
bestialize	23	23
bestialized	25	25
bestializes	24	24
bestializing	28	28
bestially	16	16
bestiaries	13	13
bestiary	13	13
bestie	9	9
besties	10	10
besting	13	13
bestir	9	9
bestirred	13	13