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
fetches	15	15
feteritas	12	12
fetes	8	8
fetiales	12	12
fetialis	12	12
fetials	11	11
fetiches	16	16
fetichism	20	20
fetichisms	21	21
feticides	16	16
fetidities	14	14
fetidness	14	14
fetidnesses	16	16
fetish	11	11
fetishes	13	13
fetishism	17	17
fetishisms	18	18
fetishist	14	14
fetishistic	19	19
fetishistically	27	27
fetishists	15	15
fetishize	23	23
fetishized	25	25
fetishizes	24	24
fetishizing	28	28