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
abasers	10	10
abases	9	9
abash	10	10
abashed	13	13
abashes	12	12
abashing	16	16
abashment	18	18
abashments	19	19
abasia	9	9
abasias	10	10
abasing	13	13
abatements	17	17
abaters	10	10
abates	9	9
abatis	9	9
abatises	11	11
abators	10	10
abattis	10	10
abattises	12	12
abattoirs	12	12
abayas	11	11
abbacies	17	17
abbas	11	11
abbes	11	11
abbess	12	12