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
aptitudes	14	14
aptness	11	11
aptnesses	13	13
apyrase	12	12
apyrases	13	13
aquacades	23	23
aquacultures	28	28
aquaculturist	29	29
aquaculturists	30	30
aquafarms	25	25
aquafits	21	21
aquamarines	25	25
aquanauts	21	21
aquaplaners	26	26
aquaplanes	25	25
aquaponics	27	27
aquarelles	22	22
aquarellist	23	23
aquarellists	24	24
aquarians	20	20
aquarist	18	18
aquarists	19	19
aquariums	23	23
aquas	15	15
aquascape	25	25