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
struggled	16	16
struggler	15	15
strugglers	16	16
struggles	15	15
struggling	19	19
strum	9	9
struma	10	10
strumae	11	11
strumas	11	11
strummed	16	16
strummer	15	15
strummers	16	16
strumming	19	19
strumose	12	12
strumous	13	13
strumpet	15	15
strumpets	16	16
strums	10	10
strung	10	10
strunt	8	8
strunted	11	11
strunting	14	14
strunts	9	9
strut	6	6
struthious	14	14