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
stepbrother	19	19
stepbrothers	20	20
stepchild	19	19
stepchildren	23	23
stepdad	12	12
stepdads	13	13
stepdame	15	15
stepdames	16	16
stepdaughter	21	21
stepdaughters	22	22
stepdown	16	16
stepdowns	17	17
stepfamilies	22	22
stepfamily	22	22
stepfather	18	18
stepfathers	19	19
stephanotis	17	17
stephanotises	19	19
stepladder	16	16
stepladders	17	17
stepless	12	12
steplike	16	16
stepmom	16	16
stepmoms	17	17
stepmother	18	18