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
entreats	9	9
entrechats	16	16
entrecotes	14	14
entrees	8	8
entremets	13	13
entrenches	17	17
entrenchments	24	24
entrepots	13	13
entrepreneurs	19	19
entresol	10	10
entresols	11	11
entries	8	8
entropies	13	13
entropions	15	15
entrust	9	9
entrusted	12	12
entrusting	15	15
entrustment	17	17
entrustments	18	18
entrusts	10	10
entryways	17	17
entwines	13	13
entwist	11	11
entwisted	14	14
entwisting	17	17