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
switched	17	17
switchel	17	17
switchels	18	18
switcher	16	16
switcheroo	18	18
switcheroos	19	19
switchers	17	17
switches	16	16
switchgrass	21	21
switching	20	20
switchman	21	21
switchmen	21	21
switchyard	21	21
switchyards	22	22
swith	10	10
swithe	11	11
swither	12	12
swithered	15	15
swithering	18	18
swithers	13	13
swithly	15	15
swive	12	12
swived	14	14
swivel	14	14
swiveled	17	17