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
stingier	11	11
stingiest	12	12
stingily	14	14
stinginess	14	14
stinging	14	14
stingingly	19	19
stingless	13	13
stingo	9	9
stingos	10	10
stingray	13	13
stingrays	14	14
stings	9	9
stingy	11	11
stink	10	10
stinkard	14	14
stinkards	15	15
stinkbug	19	19
stinkbugs	20	20
stinker	12	12
stinkers	13	13
stinkhorn	17	17
stinkhorns	18	18
stinkier	13	13
stinkiest	14	14
stinking	16	16