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
stickums	19	19
stickup	18	18
stickups	19	19
stickweed	20	20
stickweeds	21	21
stickwork	23	23
stickworks	24	24
sticky	15	15
stiction	12	12
stictions	13	13
stied	6	6
sties	5	5
stiff	11	11
stiffed	14	14
stiffen	14	14
stiffened	17	17
stiffener	16	16
stiffeners	17	17
stiffening	20	20
stiffens	15	15
stiffer	13	13
stiffest	14	14
stiffing	17	17
stiffish	16	16
stiffly	16	16