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
bypasses	16	16
bypassing	20	20
bypast	14	14
bypaths	17	17
byplays	18	18
byproducts	23	23
byres	10	10
byrls	11	11
byrnies	13	13
byroads	13	13
bys	8	8
byssal	12	12
byssi	10	10
byssinoses	16	16
byssinosis	16	16
byssus	12	12
byssuses	14	14
bystander	16	16
bystanders	17	17
bystreet	13	13
bystreets	14	14
bytalks	17	17
bytes	10	10
byways	16	16
bywords	16	16