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
excruciates	25	25
excruciations	28	28
exculpates	25	25
exculpations	28	28
excursion	21	21
excursionist	24	24
excursionists	25	25
excursions	22	22
excursive	24	24
excursively	29	29
excursiveness	29	29
excursus	20	20
excursuses	22	22
excusable	24	24
excusableness	29	29
excusably	26	26
excusatory	23	23
excuse	17	17
excused	19	19
excuser	18	18
excusers	19	19
excuses	18	18
excusing	22	22
execrableness	28	28
execrates	19	19