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
sunbelts	14	14
sunbird	13	13
sunbirds	14	14
sunblock	21	21
sunblocks	22	22
sunbonnet	16	16
sunbonnets	17	17
sunbow	14	14
sunbows	15	15
sunburn	14	14
sunburned	17	17
sunburning	20	20
sunburns	15	15
sunburnt	15	15
sunburst	14	14
sunbursts	15	15
suncare	12	12
suncares	13	13
sunchoke	19	19
sunchokes	20	20
sundae	9	9
sundaes	10	10
sundeck	17	17
sundecks	18	18
sunder	9	9