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
anesthetists	15	15
anesthetize	23	23
anesthetized	25	25
anesthetizes	24	24
anesthetizing	28	28
anestri	8	8
anestrous	11	11
anestrus	10	10
anetholes	13	13
anethols	12	12
aneuploidies	19	19
aneuploids	17	17
aneurins	11	11
aneurism	13	13
aneurisms	14	14
aneurysm	15	15
aneurysmal	18	18
aneurysms	16	16
anfractuosities	23	23
anfractuosity	23	23
anfractuous	20	20
angakoks	19	19
angarias	11	11
angaries	11	11
angas	8	8