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
stoneworks	18	18
stonewort	13	13
stoneworts	14	14
stoney	9	9
stonier	8	8
stoniest	9	9
stonily	11	11
stoniness	11	11
stoninesses	13	13
stoning	11	11
stonish	10	10
stonished	13	13
stonishes	12	12
stonishing	16	16
stonk	10	10
stonked	13	13
stonker	12	12
stonkers	13	13
stonking	16	16
stonks	11	11
stony	8	8
stonyhearted	18	18
stood	6	6
stooge	8	8
stooged	10	10