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
annihilates	16	16
annihilations	19	19
annihilators	17	17
anniversaries	19	19
anniversary	19	19
annonas	10	10
annotates	11	11
annotations	14	14
annotators	12	12
announcements	24	24
announcers	17	17
announces	16	16
annoyances	18	18
annoyers	12	12
annoys	10	10
annualizes	23	23
annuals	11	11
annuitants	14	14
annuities	12	12
annuitizes	22	22
annulations	16	16
annulets	12	12
annulments	18	18
annulose	12	12
annuls	10	10