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
acupuncturists	27	27
acutances	17	17
acuteness	14	14
acutenesses	16	16
acutes	10	10
acutest	11	11
acyclovirs	23	23
acylates	14	14
acylations	17	17
acyloins	15	15
acyls	11	11
adages	9	9
adagios	10	10
adamances	17	17
adamancies	18	18
adamants	13	13
adamsite	12	12
adamsites	13	13
adaptabilities	22	22
adaptationist	18	18
adaptationists	19	19
adaptedness	17	17
adapters	12	12
adaptions	14	14
adaptiveness	21	21