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.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
bubalises	17	17
bubals	14	14
bubbes	16	16
bubbies	17	17
bubblegums	27	27
bubbleheads	25	25
bubblers	19	19
bubbles	18	18
bubblies	19	19
bubbliest	20	20
bubingas	18	18
bubkes	17	17
buboes	13	13
bubs	11	11
bubus	13	13
buccaneerish	25	25
buccaneers	21	21
buccinators	22	22
buckaroos	20	20
buckayros	22	22
buckbeans	24	24
buckboards	25	25
buckeens	20	20
buckeroos	20	20
buckers	18	18