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
swabbing	20	20
swabby	17	17
swabs	11	11
swacked	18	18
swaddle	13	13
swaddled	15	15
swaddles	14	14
swaddling	18	18
swag	9	9
swage	10	10
swaged	12	12
swager	11	11
swagers	12	12
swages	11	11
swagged	15	15
swagger	14	14
swaggered	17	17
swaggerer	16	16
swaggerers	17	17
swaggering	20	20
swaggeringly	25	25
swaggers	15	15
swaggie	14	14
swaggies	15	15
swagging	18	18