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
subcategorizing	36	36
subcategory	22	22
subcause	16	16
subcauses	17	17
subceiling	21	21
subceilings	22	22
subcell	16	16
subcellar	18	18
subcellars	19	19
subcells	17	17
subcellular	22	22
subcenter	17	17
subcenters	18	18
subcentral	19	19
subcentrally	24	24
subchapter	22	22
subchapters	23	23
subchaser	18	18
subchasers	19	19
subchief	20	20
subchiefs	21	21
subclaim	19	19
subclaims	20	20
subclan	16	16
subclans	17	17