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
swather	12	12
swathers	13	13
swathes	12	12
swathing	16	16
swaths	11	11
swats	8	8
swatted	11	11
swatter	10	10
swatters	11	11
swatting	14	14
sway	9	9
swayable	17	17
swayback	23	23
swaybacked	26	26
swaybacks	24	24
swayed	12	12
swayer	11	11
swayers	12	12
swayful	17	17
swaying	15	15
sways	10	10
swear	8	8
swearer	10	10
swearers	11	11
swearing	14	14