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
enervates	14	14
enervations	17	17
enfaces	14	14
enfeeblements	25	25
enfeebles	17	17
enfeoffments	26	26
enfeoffs	18	18
enfetters	13	13
enfevers	16	16
enfilades	15	15
enflames	16	16
enfolders	15	15
enfolds	13	13
enforcements	23	23
enforcers	16	16
enforces	15	15
enframements	23	23
enframes	15	15
enfranchise	21	21
enfranchised	23	23
enfranchisement	29	29
enfranchises	22	22
enfranchising	26	26
engagements	20	20
engagers	13	13