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
aurochs	13	13
aurochses	15	15
auroras	8	8
aurous	8	8
aurums	11	11
auscultate	16	16
auscultated	18	18
auscultates	17	17
auscultating	21	21
auscultation	19	19
auscultations	20	20
auscultatory	20	20
ausform	14	14
ausformed	17	17
ausforming	20	20
ausforms	15	15
auslander	13	13
auslanders	14	14
auspex	17	17
auspice	14	14
auspices	15	15
auspicious	18	18
auspiciously	23	23
auspiciousness	23	23
austenite	11	11