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
swiveling	20	20
swivelled	19	19
swivelling	22	22
swivels	15	15
swives	13	13
swivet	13	13
swivets	14	14
swiving	17	17
swizzle	29	29
swizzled	31	31
swizzler	30	30
swizzlers	31	31
swizzles	30	30
swizzling	34	34
swob	10	10
swobbed	17	17
swobber	16	16
swobbers	17	17
swobbing	20	20
swobs	11	11
swole	9	9
swoler	10	10
swolest	11	11
swollen	13	13
swoon	9	9