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
subrogated	17	17
subrogates	16	16
subrogating	20	20
subrogation	18	18
subrogations	19	19
subroutine	16	16
subroutines	17	17
subrule	13	13
subrules	14	14
subs	8	8
subsale	12	12
subsales	13	13
subsample	20	20
subsampled	22	22
subsamples	21	21
subsampling	25	25
subsatellite	18	18
subsatellites	19	19
subsaturated	18	18
subsaturation	19	19
subscale	16	16
subscales	17	17
subscience	21	21
subsciences	22	22
subscribe	19	19