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
asperges	13	13
aspergilla	17	17
aspergilli	17	17
aspergilloses	20	20
aspergillosis	20	20
aspergillum	22	22
aspergillums	23	23
aspergillus	19	19
asperities	13	13
asperity	13	13
aspers	9	9
asperse	10	10
aspersed	12	12
asperser	11	11
aspersers	12	12
asperses	11	11
aspersing	15	15
aspersion	13	13
aspersions	14	14
aspersor	11	11
aspersors	12	12
asphalt	13	13
asphalted	16	16
asphaltic	18	18
asphalting	19	19