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
sylva	12	12
sylvae	13	13
sylvan	14	14
sylvans	15	15
sylvas	13	13
sylvatic	18	18
sylvin	14	14
sylvine	15	15
sylvines	16	16
sylvins	15	15
sylvite	14	14
sylvites	15	15
symbion	16	16
symbions	17	17
symbiont	17	17
symbionts	18	18
symbioses	17	17
symbiosis	17	17
symbiot	15	15
symbiote	16	16
symbiotes	17	17
symbiotic	20	20
symbiotically	28	28
symbiots	16	16
symbol	15	15