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
boxiness	19	19
boxinesses	21	21
boxings	20	20
boxlas	17	17
boxthorns	22	22
boxwoods	22	22
boyards	13	13
boyarism	16	16
boyarisms	17	17
boyars	11	11
boychicks	26	26
boychiks	22	22
boycotters	18	18
boycotts	16	16
boyfriends	20	20
boyhoods	16	16
boyish	13	13
boyishly	18	18
boylas	12	12
boyos	10	10
boys	9	9
boysenberries	22	22
boysenberry	22	22
bozos	17	17
brabblers	19	19