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
stumbling	20	20
stumblingly	25	25
stummed	15	15
stumming	18	18
stump	12	12
stumpage	17	17
stumpages	18	18
stumped	15	15
stumper	14	14
stumpers	15	15
stumpier	15	15
stumpiest	16	16
stumpily	18	18
stumping	18	18
stumps	13	13
stumpy	15	15
stums	9	9
stun	6	6
stung	9	9
stunk	11	11
stunned	11	11
stunner	10	10
stunners	11	11
stunning	14	14
stunningly	19	19