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
drowsier	12	12
drowsiest	13	13
drowsily	15	15
drowsiness	15	15
drowsing	15	15
drowsy	12	12
drubbers	16	16
drubbings	20	20
drubs	10	10
drudgeries	15	15
drudgers	13	13
drudges	12	12
druggets	14	14
druggies	14	14
druggiest	15	15
druggist	14	14
druggists	15	15
drugless	13	13
drugmakers	21	21
drugs	9	9
drugstore	13	13
drugstores	14	14
druidess	11	11
druidesses	13	13
druidism	14	14