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
unboxes	19	19
unbraces	16	16
unbraids	14	14
unbrakes	17	17
unbreeches	20	20
unbridles	16	16
unbruised	16	16
unbrushed	18	18
unbuckles	23	23
unbuilds	16	16
unbundles	18	18
unburdens	17	17
unburies	14	14
unbusinesslike	26	26
unbusted	15	15
unbusy	14	14
unbuttons	16	16
uncages	14	14
uncakes	16	16
uncalloused	20	20
uncanniest	17	17
uncanniness	19	19
uncaps	14	14
uncase	11	11
uncased	13	13