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
subgroup	18	18
subgrouped	21	21
subgrouping	24	24
subgroups	19	19
subgum	16	16
subgums	17	17
subhead	14	14
subheading	20	20
subheadings	21	21
subheads	15	15
subhuman	19	19
subhumans	20	20
subhumid	19	19
subidea	12	12
subideas	13	13
subindex	21	21
subindexes	23	23
subindices	19	19
subindustries	20	20
subindustry	20	20
subinfeudate	22	22
subinfeudated	24	24
subinfeudates	23	23
subinfeudating	27	27
subinfeudation	25	25