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
annulus	12	12
annuluses	14	14
annunciates	18	18
annunciations	21	21
annunciators	19	19
anoas	6	6
anodes	8	8
anodise	9	9
anodised	11	11
anodiser	10	10
anodisers	11	11
anodises	10	10
anodising	14	14
anodizations	24	24
anodizers	20	20
anodizes	19	19
anodynes	13	13
anointers	11	11
anointments	17	17
anoints	9	9
anoles	8	8
anolytes	12	12
anomalies	14	14
anomalous	15	15
anomalously	20	20