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
ensiform	15	15
ensign	10	10
ensigncies	17	17
ensigncy	17	17
ensigns	11	11
ensilage	12	12
ensilaged	14	14
ensilages	13	13
ensilaging	17	17
ensile	8	8
ensiled	10	10
ensiles	9	9
ensiling	13	13
enskied	13	13
enskies	12	12
ensky	12	12
enskyed	15	15
enskying	18	18
enslave	13	13
enslaved	15	15
enslavement	21	21
enslavements	22	22
enslaver	14	14
enslavers	15	15
enslaves	14	14