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
spritsails	14	14
spritz	18	18
spritzed	21	21
spritzer	20	20
spritzers	21	21
spritzes	20	20
spritzier	21	21
spritziest	22	22
spritzing	24	24
spritzy	21	21
sprocket	18	18
sprockets	19	19
sprog	10	10
sproglet	14	14
sproglets	15	15
sprogs	11	11
sprout	10	10
sprouted	13	13
sprouting	16	16
sprouts	11	11
spruce	13	13
spruced	15	15
sprucely	18	18
spruceness	18	18
sprucer	14	14