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
appends	15	15
apperceives	24	24
apperceptions	26	26
appertains	17	17
appestat	14	14
appestats	15	15
appetences	20	20
appetencies	21	21
appetiser	15	15
appetisers	16	16
appetising	19	19
appetites	15	15
appetizers	25	25
applauders	19	19
applauds	17	17
applause	16	16
applauses	17	17
applecarts	20	20
applejacks	33	33
apples	13	13
applesauce	21	21
applesauces	22	22
applets	14	14
appliances	21	21
applicabilities	29	29