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
butanols	14	14
butanones	15	15
butcheries	19	19
butchers	17	17
butchest	17	17
butenes	12	12
buteos	10	10
butes	9	9
butleries	14	14
butlers	12	12
butles	11	11
butohs	12	12
buts	8	8
buttals	12	12
butterballs	20	20
buttercreams	22	22
buttercups	21	21
butterfats	17	17
butterfingers	23	23
butterfish	19	19
butterfishes	21	21
butterflies	19	19
butterflyers	22	22
butterheads	18	18
butteries	13	13