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
excerptions	25	25
excerptors	23	23
excerpts	21	21
excess	16	16
excessed	19	19
excesses	18	18
excessing	22	22
excessive	23	23
excessively	28	28
excessiveness	28	28
excessivenesses	30	30
exchangers	25	25
exchanges	24	24
exchequers	32	32
excides	18	18
excimers	21	21
excipients	24	24
exciples	22	22
excisable	23	23
excise	16	16
excised	18	18
exciseman	23	23
excisemen	23	23
excises	17	17
excising	21	21