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
boils	9	9
boings	12	12
boiserie	11	11
boiseries	12	12
boisterous	14	14
boisterously	19	19
boisterousness	19	19
boites	9	9
bokehs	15	15
bokkens	19	19
bolas	9	9
bolases	11	11
boldest	12	12
boldfaces	20	20
boldness	14	14
boldnesses	16	16
bolds	10	10
boleros	11	11
boles	9	9
boletes	11	11
boletus	12	12
boletuses	14	14
bolides	12	12
bolivares	17	17
bolivars	16	16