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
street	6	6
streetcar	12	12
streetcars	13	13
streeted	9	9
streetlight	16	16
streetlights	17	17
streets	7	7
streetscape	17	17
streetscapes	18	18
streetwalker	20	20
streetwalkers	21	21
streetwalking	24	24
streetwise	13	13
strength	13	13
strengthen	16	16
strengthened	19	19
strengthener	18	18
strengtheners	19	19
strengthening	22	22
strengthens	17	17
strengths	14	14
strenuosity	15	15
strenuous	12	12
strenuously	17	17
strenuousness	17	17