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
bolsterers	14	14
bolstering	17	17
bolsters	12	12
bolters	11	11
boltheads	16	16
boltholes	16	16
boltless	13	13
boltonias	14	14
boltropes	16	16
bolts	9	9
bolus	10	10
boluses	12	12
bombardes	19	19
bombardiers	21	21
bombardments	26	26
bombardons	21	21
bombards	18	18
bombast	16	16
bombastic	21	21
bombastically	29	29
bombasts	17	17
bombazines	29	29
bombers	16	16
bombes	15	15
bombesin	18	18