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
asteriated	11	11
asterisk	12	12
asterisked	15	15
asterisking	18	18
asteriskless	17	17
asterisks	13	13
asterism	11	11
asterisms	12	12
astern	7	7
asternal	10	10
asteroid	9	9
asteroidal	12	12
asteroids	10	10
asters	6	6
asthanga	13	13
asthangas	14	14
asthenia	11	11
asthenias	12	12
asthenic	14	14
asthenics	15	15
asthenies	12	12
asthenosphere	21	21
asthenospheres	22	22
asthenospheric	25	25
astheny	12	12