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
expose	16	16
exposed	18	18
exposer	17	17
exposers	18	18
exposes	17	17
exposing	21	21
exposit	17	17
exposited	20	20
expositing	23	23
exposition	21	21
expositional	24	24
expositions	22	22
expositive	24	24
expositor	19	19
expositors	20	20
expository	22	22
exposits	18	18
expostulate	23	23
expostulated	25	25
expostulates	24	24
expostulating	28	28
expostulation	26	26
expostulations	27	27
expostulatory	27	27
exposure	19	19