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
surfacers	16	16
surfaces	15	15
surfacing	19	19
surfacings	20	20
surfactant	18	18
surfactants	19	19
surfbird	16	16
surfbirds	17	17
surfboard	17	17
surfboarder	19	19
surfboarders	20	20
surfboarding	23	23
surfboards	18	18
surfboat	15	15
surfboats	16	16
surfed	11	11
surfeit	11	11
surfeited	14	14
surfeiter	13	13
surfeiters	14	14
surfeiting	17	17
surfeits	12	12
surfer	10	10
surfers	11	11
surffish	17	17