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
stridulated	15	15
stridulates	14	14
stridulating	18	18
stridulation	16	16
stridulatory	17	17
stridulous	14	14
stridulously	19	19
strife	9	9
strifeless	14	14
strifes	10	10
strigil	10	10
strigils	11	11
strigose	10	10
strike	10	10
strikebound	21	21
strikebreaker	24	24
strikebreakers	25	25
strikebreaking	28	28
strikeout	14	14
strikeouts	15	15
strikeover	18	18
strikeovers	19	19
striker	11	11
strikers	12	12
strikes	11	11