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
bestrows	14	14
bests	8	8
bestud	11	11
bestudded	16	16
bestudding	19	19
bestuds	12	12
besuited	13	13
beswarm	16	16
beswarmed	19	19
beswarming	22	22
beswarms	17	17
betaines	12	12
betakes	14	14
betas	8	8
betatrons	13	13
betatters	12	12
betelnuts	15	15
betels	10	10
bethanks	18	18
bethels	13	13
bethesda	14	14
bethesdas	15	15
bethinks	18	18
bethorns	14	14
beths	10	10