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
bowsers	13	13
bowses	12	12
bowshot	15	15
bowshots	16	16
bowsing	16	16
bowsman	17	17
bowsmen	17	17
bowsprit	17	17
bowsprits	18	18
bowstring	18	18
bowstrings	19	19
bowwoods	18	18
bowwows	19	19
bowyers	15	15
boxballs	23	23
boxberries	23	23
boxboards	23	23
boxcars	20	20
boxers	16	16
boxes	15	15
boxfish	22	22
boxfishes	24	24
boxfuls	22	22
boxhauls	22	22
boxiest	17	17