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
dracaenas	14	14
dracenas	13	13
drachmas	17	17
drachms	16	16
dracunculiases	25	25
dracunculiasis	25	25
draffiest	16	16
draffish	17	17
draffs	13	13
draftees	12	12
drafters	12	12
draftiest	13	13
draftiness	15	15
draftings	16	16
drafts	10	10
draftsman	17	17
draftsmanly	22	22
draftsmanship	26	26
draftsmen	17	17
draftsperson	20	20
draftspersons	21	21
dragees	10	10
draggers	13	13
draggiest	14	14
draggles	14	14