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
asthma	11	11
asthmas	12	12
asthmatic	17	17
asthmatically	25	25
asthmatics	18	18
astigmatic	18	18
astigmatics	19	19
astigmatism	19	19
astigmatisms	20	20
astigmia	13	13
astigmias	14	14
astilbe	11	11
astilbes	12	12
astir	5	5
astomous	12	12
astonied	10	10
astonies	9	9
astonish	11	11
astonished	14	14
astonishes	13	13
astonishing	17	17
astonishingly	22	22
astonishment	19	19
astonishments	20	20
astony	9	9