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
bismuth	16	16
bismuthic	21	21
bismuths	17	17
bisnaga	13	13
bisnagas	14	14
bison	9	9
bisons	10	10
bisontine	14	14
bisphosphonate	28	28
bisphosphonates	29	29
bisque	19	19
bisques	20	20
bistable	15	15
bistables	16	16
bistate	10	10
bister	9	9
bistered	12	12
bisters	10	10
bistort	10	10
bistorts	11	11
bistouries	14	14
bistoury	14	14
bistre	9	9
bistred	11	11
bistres	10	10