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
breadnuts	15	15
breads	10	10
breadstuff	21	21
breadstuffs	22	22
breadths	14	14
breadthwise	20	20
breadwinners	21	21
breakables	21	21
breakages	18	18
breakaways	22	22
breakdowns	22	22
breakers	15	15
breakevens	22	22
breakfast	19	19
breakfasted	22	22
breakfaster	21	21
breakfasters	22	22
breakfasting	25	25
breakfasts	20	20
breakfronts	22	22
breakings	19	19
breakouts	17	17
breaks	13	13
breakthroughs	27	27
breakups	19	19