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
asleep	10	10
aslope	10	10
aslosh	9	9
asocial	11	11
asocials	12	12
asp	6	6
asparagine	16	16
asparagines	17	17
asparagus	15	15
asparaguses	17	17
asparkle	16	16
aspartame	15	15
aspartames	16	16
aspartate	12	12
aspartates	13	13
aspect	12	12
aspects	13	13
aspectual	17	17
aspen	9	9
aspens	10	10
asper	8	8
asperate	11	11
asperated	13	13
asperates	12	12
asperating	16	16