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
bongoist	14	14
bongoists	15	15
bongos	12	12
bongs	11	11
bonhomies	18	18
bonhomous	19	19
boniatos	12	12
boniest	11	11
bonifaces	19	19
boniness	13	13
boninesses	15	15
bonitas	11	11
bonitoes	12	12
bonitos	11	11
bonkers	15	15
bonks	13	13
bonnes	11	11
bonnets	12	12
bonnies	12	12
bonniest	13	13
bonnocks	20	20
bonnyclabbers	30	30
bonobos	14	14
bonsai	10	10
bonspell	17	17