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
birse	8	8
birses	9	9
birthdays	17	17
birthers	13	13
birthings	17	17
birthmarks	22	22
birthplaces	23	23
birthrates	15	15
birthrights	20	20
birthroots	15	15
births	11	11
birthstone	16	16
birthstones	17	17
birthworts	18	18
biryanis	14	14
bis	6	6
biscotti	14	14
biscotto	14	14
biscuit	14	14
biscuits	15	15
biscuity	17	17
bise	7	7
bisect	12	12
bisected	15	15
bisecting	18	18