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
stemwares	15	15
stench	12	12
stenches	14	14
stenchful	20	20
stenchier	15	15
stenchiest	16	16
stenchy	15	15
stencil	12	12
stenciled	15	15
stenciler	14	14
stencilers	15	15
stenciling	18	18
stencilled	17	17
stenciller	16	16
stencillers	17	17
stencilling	20	20
stencils	13	13
stengah	12	12
stengahs	13	13
steno	6	6
stenographer	20	20
stenographers	21	21
stenographic	23	23
stenography	21	21
stenohaline	16	16