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
extramusical	27	27
extraneous	19	19
extraneously	24	24
extraneousness	24	24
extranets	17	17
extrapolates	23	23
extrapolations	26	26
extrapolators	24	24
extras	13	13
extrasensory	22	22
extrasolar	18	18
extrasystole	22	22
extrasystoles	23	23
extravagances	30	30
extravagancies	31	31
extravaganzas	36	36
extravagates	25	25
extravasate	22	22
extravasated	24	24
extravasates	23	23
extravasating	27	27
extravasation	25	25
extravasations	26	26
extravascular	29	29
extraversion	24	24