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
stealthier	13	13
stealthiest	14	14
stealthily	16	16
stealthiness	16	16
stealths	11	11
stealthy	13	13
steam	8	8
steamboat	15	15
steamboats	16	16
steamed	11	11
steamer	10	10
steamered	13	13
steamering	16	16
steamers	11	11
steamfitter	17	17
steamfitters	18	18
steamie	10	10
steamier	11	11
steamies	11	11
steamiest	12	12
steamily	14	14
steaminess	14	14
steaming	14	14
steampunk	21	21
steampunks	22	22