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
swearings	15	15
swears	9	9
swearword	16	16
swearwords	17	17
sweat	8	8
sweatband	17	17
sweatbands	18	18
sweatbox	21	21
sweatboxes	23	23
sweated	11	11
sweater	10	10
sweaterdress	16	16
sweaterdresses	18	18
sweatered	13	13
sweaters	11	11
sweatier	11	11
sweatiest	12	12
sweatily	14	14
sweatiness	14	14
sweating	14	14
sweatpants	17	17
sweats	9	9
sweatshirt	15	15
sweatshirts	16	16
sweatshop	17	17