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
subclass	16	16
subclassed	19	19
subclasses	18	18
subclassified	25	25
subclassifies	24	24
subclassify	24	24
subclassing	22	22
subclavian	23	23
subclavians	24	24
subclerk	20	20
subclerks	21	21
subclimax	27	27
subclimaxes	29	29
subclinical	24	24
subclinically	29	29
subcluster	19	19
subclusters	20	20
subcode	15	15
subcodes	16	16
subcollection	26	26
subcollections	27	27
subcollege	21	21
subcollegiate	24	24
subcolonies	20	20
subcolony	20	20