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
sulphating	20	20
sulphid	15	15
sulphide	16	16
sulphides	17	17
sulphids	16	16
sulphite	15	15
sulphites	16	16
sulphone	16	16
sulphones	17	17
sulphur	15	15
sulphured	18	18
sulphureous	20	20
sulphuric	20	20
sulphuring	21	21
sulphurise	18	18
sulphurised	20	20
sulphurises	19	19
sulphurising	23	23
sulphurous	19	19
sulphurs	16	16
sulphury	18	18
sultan	9	9
sultana	10	10
sultanas	11	11
sultanate	12	12