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
swaraj	18	18
swarajes	20	20
swarajist	21	21
swarajists	22	22
sward	9	9
swarded	12	12
swarding	15	15
swards	10	10
sware	8	8
swarf	11	11
swarfs	12	12
swarm	11	11
swarmed	14	14
swarmer	13	13
swarmers	14	14
swarming	17	17
swarmings	18	18
swarms	12	12
swart	8	8
swarth	11	11
swarthier	14	14
swarthiest	15	15
swarthiness	17	17
swarths	12	12
swarthy	14	14