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
spunkiest	18	18
spunkily	20	20
spunkiness	20	20
spunking	20	20
spunks	15	15
spunky	17	17
spur	8	8
spurgall	16	16
spurgalled	19	19
spurgalling	22	22
spurgalls	17	17
spurge	12	12
spurges	13	13
spurious	13	13
spuriously	18	18
spuriousness	18	18
spurless	13	13
spurn	10	10
spurned	13	13
spurner	12	12
spurners	13	13
spurning	16	16
spurns	11	11
spurred	12	12
spurrer	11	11