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
brighteners	19	19
brightens	17	17
brightest	16	16
brightness	18	18
brightnesses	20	20
brights	14	14
brightworks	25	25
brigs	10	10
brilliances	20	20
brilliancies	21	21
brilliantines	20	20
brilliants	16	16
brills	11	11
brimless	15	15
brimmers	17	17
brims	11	11
brimstone	16	16
brimstones	17	17
brindles	14	14
briners	11	11
brines	10	10
bringdowns	21	21
bringers	14	14
brings	12	12
brinies	11	11