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
droopiest	13	13
droops	10	10
dropdowns	18	18
dropheads	16	16
dropkickers	26	26
dropkicks	24	24
droplets	13	13
droplights	19	19
dropouts	13	13
droppers	15	15
droppings	19	19
drops	9	9
dropseed	13	13
dropseeds	14	14
dropshot	14	14
dropshots	15	15
dropsical	17	17
dropsied	13	13
dropsies	12	12
dropsy	12	12
droptops	15	15
dropworts	16	16
drosera	8	8
droseras	9	9
droshkies	16	16