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
enterocoels	16	16
enterocolitis	18	18
enterocolitises	20	20
enterogastrone	18	18
enterogastrones	19	19
enterokinase	18	18
enterokinases	19	19
enterons	10	10
enteropathies	19	19
enterostomal	17	17
enterostomies	17	17
enterostomy	17	17
enterotoxins	21	21
enterovirus	17	17
enteroviruses	19	19
enterprise	14	14
enterpriser	15	15
enterprisers	16	16
enterprises	15	15
enterprising	19	19
enters	7	7
entertainers	14	14
entertainments	20	20
entertains	12	12
enthalpies	17	17