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
bugshas	15	15
buhls	12	12
buhlworks	23	23
buhrs	11	11
builders	14	14
buildings	18	18
buildouts	16	16
builds	12	12
buildups	18	18
bulbels	16	16
bulbils	16	16
bulblets	17	17
bulbous	16	16
bulbously	21	21
bulbs	13	13
bulbuls	17	17
bulgars	14	14
bulgers	14	14
bulges	13	13
bulghurs	18	18
bulgiest	15	15
bulgurs	15	15
bulimias	16	16
bulimics	19	19
bulkages	19	19