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
angsting	14	14
angstrom	14	14
angstroms	15	15
angsts	9	9
angsty	11	11
anguish	13	13
anguished	16	16
anguishes	15	15
anguishing	19	19
angularities	17	17
angulates	14	14
angulations	17	17
angulose	13	13
angulous	14	14
anhedonias	15	15
anhedrals	14	14
anhingas	14	14
anhydrides	17	17
anhydrites	16	16
anhydrous	16	16
anilinctus	17	17
anilinctuses	19	19
anilines	11	11
anilingus	15	15
anilinguses	17	17