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
burladeros	16	16
burlaps	15	15
burlers	12	12
burlesk	16	16
burlesks	17	17
burlesque	24	24
burlesqued	26	26
burlesquely	29	29
burlesquer	25	25
burlesquers	26	26
burlesques	25	25
burlesquing	29	29
burleys	14	14
burliest	13	13
burliness	15	15
burlinesses	17	17
burls	10	10
burnables	18	18
burners	12	12
burnets	12	12
burnies	12	12
burnings	16	16
burnish	14	14
burnished	17	17
burnisher	16	16