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
bungalows	20	20
bungees	14	14
bungholes	19	19
bunglers	16	16
bungles	15	15
bunglesome	21	21
bunglings	20	20
bungs	12	12
bunheads	16	16
bunions	13	13
bunkers	16	16
bunkhouse	21	21
bunkhouses	22	22
bunkies	16	16
bunkmates	21	21
bunkos	15	15
bunks	14	14
bunkums	20	20
bunnies	13	13
bunns	11	11
bunrakus	18	18
buns	9	9
bunters	12	12
buntings	16	16
buntlines	16	16