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
expressly	22	22
expressman	24	24
expressmen	24	24
expresso	18	18
expressos	19	19
expressway	25	25
expressways	26	26
expropriates	25	25
expropriations	28	28
expropriators	26	26
expulse	19	19
expulsed	21	21
expulses	20	20
expulsing	24	24
expulsion	22	22
expulsions	23	23
expulsive	25	25
expunctions	27	27
expungers	23	23
expunges	22	22
expurgates	23	23
expurgations	26	26
expurgators	24	24
exquisite	26	26
exquisitely	31	31