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
steadfastness	18	18
steadied	10	10
steadier	9	9
steadiers	10	10
steadies	9	9
steadiest	10	10
steadily	12	12
steadiness	12	12
steading	12	12
steadings	13	13
steads	7	7
steady	9	9
steadying	15	15
steak	9	9
steaks	10	10
steal	6	6
stealable	14	14
stealage	11	11
stealages	12	12
stealer	8	8
stealers	9	9
stealing	12	12
stealings	13	13
steals	7	7
stealth	10	10