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
exenterations	22	22
exequies	25	25
exercisable	25	25
exercise	18	18
exercised	20	20
exerciser	19	19
exercisers	20	20
exercises	19	19
exercising	23	23
exercitations	24	24
exergues	18	18
exertions	17	17
exerts	13	13
exes	11	11
exfiltrates	22	22
exfiltrations	25	25
exfoliants	22	22
exfoliates	21	21
exfoliations	24	24
exfoliators	22	22
exhalants	20	20
exhalations	22	22
exhalents	20	20
exhales	17	17
exhaust	17	17