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
suspensive	19	19
suspensively	24	24
suspensor	14	14
suspensories	17	17
suspensors	15	15
suspensory	17	17
suspicion	17	17
suspicioned	20	20
suspicioning	23	23
suspicions	18	18
suspicious	18	18
suspiciously	23	23
suspiciousness	23	23
suspiration	16	16
suspirations	17	17
suspire	11	11
suspired	13	13
suspires	12	12
suspiring	16	16
suss	5	5
sussed	8	8
susses	7	7
sussing	11	11
sustain	9	9
sustainability	22	22