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
bulkers	16	16
bulkheads	21	21
bulkiest	17	17
bulkiness	19	19
bulkinesses	21	21
bulks	14	14
bullaces	17	17
bullbaitings	24	24
bullbats	17	17
bullcooks	22	22
bulldoggers	22	22
bulldoggings	26	26
bulldogs	17	17
bulldozers	26	26
bulldozes	25	25
bulletins	16	16
bullets	13	13
bulleys	15	15
bullfighters	25	25
bullfightings	29	29
bullfights	23	23
bullfinches	26	26
bullfrogs	20	20
bullheadedness	25	25
bullheads	18	18