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
embolism	18	18
embolismic	23	23
embolisms	19	19
embolizations	30	30
embolus	15	15
embonpoints	22	22
emborders	16	16
embosk	16	16
embosked	19	19
embosking	22	22
embosks	17	17
embosom	16	16
embosomed	19	19
embosoming	22	22
embosoms	17	17
emboss	12	12
embossable	20	20
embossed	15	15
embosser	14	14
embossers	15	15
embosses	14	14
embossing	18	18
embossment	20	20
embossments	21	21
embouchures	24	24