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
bucolics	19	19
budders	13	13
buddies	13	13
buddings	17	17
buddleias	16	16
buddles	14	14
budgerigars	20	20
budgers	14	14
budges	13	13
budgeteers	17	17
budgeters	16	16
budgets	14	14
budgies	14	14
budless	13	13
buds	9	9
budwoods	17	17
budworms	19	19
buffaloes	20	20
buffalos	19	19
buffers	17	17
buffest	17	17
buffeters	19	19
buffets	17	17
buffiest	18	18
buffleheads	25	25