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
squirely	21	21
squires	17	17
squiring	21	21
squirish	20	20
squirl	17	17
squirls	18	18
squirm	19	19
squirmed	22	22
squirmer	21	21
squirmers	22	22
squirmier	22	22
squirmiest	23	23
squirming	25	25
squirms	20	20
squirmy	22	22
squirrel	19	19
squirreled	22	22
squirrelfish	28	28
squirrelfishes	30	30
squirreling	25	25
squirrelled	24	24
squirrelling	27	27
squirrelly	24	24
squirrels	20	20
squirrely	22	22