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
squinnied	22	22
squinnier	21	21
squinnies	21	21
squinniest	22	22
squinny	21	21
squinnying	27	27
squint	17	17
squinted	20	20
squinter	19	19
squinters	20	20
squintest	20	20
squintier	20	20
squintiest	21	21
squinting	23	23
squintingly	28	28
squints	18	18
squinty	20	20
squirarchies	27	27
squirarchy	27	27
squire	16	16
squirearchies	28	28
squirearchy	28	28
squired	18	18
squireen	19	19
squireens	20	20