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
sulcal	12	12
sulcate	12	12
sulcated	14	14
sulci	10	10
sulcus	12	12
suldan	10	10
suldans	11	11
sulfa	10	10
sulfadiazine	28	28
sulfanilamide	24	24
sulfas	11	11
sulfatase	14	14
sulfatases	15	15
sulfate	12	12
sulfated	14	14
sulfates	13	13
sulfating	17	17
sulfhydryl	23	23
sulfhydryls	24	24
sulfid	12	12
sulfide	13	13
sulfides	14	14
sulfids	13	13
sulfinpyrazone	35	35
sulfinyl	17	17