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
succoth	16	16
succour	15	15
succoured	18	18
succouring	21	21
succours	16	16
succuba	18	18
succubae	19	19
succubas	19	19
succubi	18	18
succubus	20	20
succubuses	22	22
succulence	23	23
succulent	19	19
succulently	24	24
succulents	20	20
succumb	21	21
succumbed	24	24
succumbing	27	27
succumbs	22	22
succuss	15	15
succussed	18	18
succusses	17	17
succussing	21	21
such	10	10
suchlike	19	19