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
sputters	12	12
sputtery	14	14
sputum	14	14
sputums	15	15
spy	8	8
spyglass	16	16
spyglasses	18	18
spying	14	14
spymaster	17	17
spymasters	18	18
spyware	15	15
spywares	16	16
squab	18	18
squabbier	25	25
squabbiest	26	26
squabble	25	25
squabbled	27	27
squabbler	26	26
squabblers	27	27
squabbles	26	26
squabbling	30	30
squabby	25	25
squabs	19	19
squad	16	16
squadded	21	21