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
apatosaurus	16	16
apatosauruses	18	18
apercus	14	14
aperients	13	13
aperies	10	10
aperiodicities	21	21
aperitifs	15	15
apers	8	8
apertures	13	13
apes	7	7
apetalies	13	13
apetalous	14	14
apexes	16	16
aphaereses	15	15
aphaeresis	15	15
aphagias	15	15
aphanites	15	15
aphasia	12	12
aphasiac	16	16
aphasiacs	17	17
aphasias	13	13
aphasic	15	15
aphasics	16	16
aphelions	16	16
aphereses	14	14