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
standardizing	28	28
standardless	16	16
standardly	16	16
standards	12	12
standaway	16	16
standby	14	14
standbys	15	15
standee	9	9
standees	10	10
stander	9	9
standers	10	10
standing	13	13
standings	14	14
standish	12	12
standishes	14	14
standoff	16	16
standoffish	21	21
standoffishly	26	26
standoffishness	26	26
standoffs	17	17
standout	11	11
standouts	12	12
standpat	13	13
standpatter	16	16
standpatters	17	17