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
surffishes	19	19
surficial	17	17
surfier	11	11
surfiest	12	12
surfing	14	14
surfings	15	15
surflike	17	17
surfman	15	15
surfmen	15	15
surfperch	21	21
surfperches	23	23
surfs	9	9
surfside	13	13
surfy	11	11
surge	8	8
surged	10	10
surgeon	11	11
surgeonfish	20	20
surgeonfishes	22	22
surgeons	12	12
surger	9	9
surgeries	12	12
surgers	10	10
surgery	12	12
surges	9	9