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
acerolas	12	12
acerose	10	10
acerous	11	11
aces	7	7
acescent	15	15
acescents	16	16
acetabulums	23	23
acetaldehydes	23	23
acetals	11	11
acetamides	17	17
acetamids	16	16
acetaminophens	27	27
acetanilides	18	18
acetanilids	17	17
acetates	11	11
acetazolamides	31	31
acetifications	24	24
acetifies	15	15
acetins	11	11
acetones	12	12
acetonitriles	18	18
acetose	10	10
acetous	11	11
acetoxyls	22	22
acetylates	16	16