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
bobbysox	26	26
bobcats	16	16
bobeches	19	19
bobolinks	21	21
bobos	11	11
bobs	10	10
bobskate	18	18
bobskates	19	19
bobsled	15	15
bobsledded	20	20
bobsledder	19	19
bobsledders	20	20
bobsledding	23	23
bobsleds	16	16
bobstay	15	15
bobstays	16	16
bobtails	15	15
bobwhites	20	20
bocaccios	21	21
bocces	15	15
boccias	16	16
boccies	16	16
boccis	15	15
bocks	15	15
bodacious	17	17