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
employes	17	17
employments	24	24
employs	16	16
empoison	15	15
empoisoned	18	18
empoisoning	21	21
empoisonment	23	23
empoisonments	24	24
empoisons	16	16
emporiums	19	19
empowerments	25	25
empowers	17	17
empress	13	13
empressement	22	22
empressements	23	23
empresses	15	15
emprise	13	13
emprises	14	14
emprizes	23	23
emptiers	14	14
empties	13	13
emptiest	14	14
emptiness	16	16
emptinesses	18	18
emptings	17	17