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
swopper	16	16
swoppers	17	17
swopping	20	20
swops	11	11
sword	9	9
swordfish	18	18
swordfishes	20	20
swordlike	18	18
swordman	16	16
swordmen	16	16
swordplay	19	19
swordplayer	21	21
swordplayers	22	22
swordplays	20	20
swords	10	10
swordsman	17	17
swordsmanship	26	26
swordsmen	17	17
swordtail	14	14
swordtails	15	15
swore	8	8
sworn	9	9
swot	7	7
swots	8	8
swotted	11	11