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
artsier	7	7
artsies	7	7
artsiest	8	8
artsy	7	7
artworks	15	15
aruanas	9	9
arugolas	12	12
arugulas	13	13
arums	9	9
aruspex	18	18
aruspices	16	16
arvos	9	9
aryls	8	8
arytenoids	14	14
arythmias	16	16
as	2	2
asafetida	13	13
asafetidas	14	14
asafoetida	14	14
asafoetidas	15	15
asana	6	6
asanas	7	7
asarum	10	10
asarums	11	11
asbestic	14	14