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
asunder	10	10
asura	6	6
asuras	7	7
aswarm	12	12
aswim	11	11
aswirl	10	10
aswoon	10	10
asyla	8	8
asylum	13	13
asylums	14	14
asymmetric	21	21
asymmetrical	24	24
asymmetrically	29	29
asymmetries	19	19
asymmetry	19	19
asymptomatic	26	26
asymptote	17	17
asymptotes	18	18
asymptotic	21	21
asymptotically	29	29
asynapses	15	15
asynapsis	15	15
asynchronies	21	21
asynchronism	24	24
asynchronisms	25	25