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
averts	10	10
aves	8	8
avgas	11	11
avgases	13	13
avgasses	14	14
avgolemonos	22	22
avianizes	23	23
avians	11	11
aviaries	12	12
aviarist	12	12
aviarists	13	13
aviates	11	11
aviations	14	14
aviators	12	12
aviatrices	17	17
aviatrixes	21	21
avicultures	21	21
aviculturist	22	22
aviculturists	23	23
avidins	13	13
avidities	14	14
avidness	14	14
avidnesses	16	16
avifaunas	18	18
avigators	15	15