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
anilins	10	10
anilities	11	11
anils	7	7
animacies	16	16
animadversion	23	23
animadversions	24	24
animadverts	20	20
animalcules	21	21
animaliers	15	15
animalism	17	17
animalisms	18	18
animalistic	19	19
animalities	16	16
animalizations	29	29
animalizes	24	24
animals	12	12
animas	10	10
animateness	16	16
animaters	13	13
animates	12	12
animations	15	15
animators	13	13
animatos	12	12
animatronics	20	20
animes	10	10