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
sulfur	12	12
sulfured	15	15
sulfuret	14	14
sulfureted	17	17
sulfureting	20	20
sulfurets	15	15
sulfuretted	18	18
sulfuretting	21	21
sulfuric	17	17
sulfuring	18	18
sulfurize	24	24
sulfurized	26	26
sulfurizes	25	25
sulfurizing	29	29
sulfurous	16	16
sulfurously	21	21
sulfurousness	21	21
sulfurs	13	13
sulfury	15	15
sulfuryl	17	17
sulfuryls	18	18
sulk	10	10
sulked	13	13
sulker	12	12
sulkers	13	13