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
subtotals	14	14
subtract	15	15
subtracted	18	18
subtracter	17	17
subtracters	18	18
subtracting	21	21
subtraction	19	19
subtractions	20	20
subtractive	22	22
subtracts	16	16
subtrade	13	13
subtrades	14	14
subtrahend	18	18
subtrahends	19	19
subtreasuries	18	18
subtreasury	18	18
subtrend	14	14
subtrends	15	15
subtribe	15	15
subtribes	16	16
subtropic	19	19
subtropical	22	22
subtropics	20	20
subtunic	17	17
subtunics	18	18