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
tacticians	17	17
tactics	13	13
tactilities	15	15
tactions	12	12
tactless	12	12
tactlessly	17	17
tactlessness	17	17
tacts	8	8
tadpoles	13	13
tads	5	5
taels	6	6
taenias	8	8
taeniases	10	10
taeniasis	10	10
taenites	9	9
taffarels	16	16
tafferels	16	16
taffetas	14	14
taffias	13	13
taffies	13	13
taffrails	16	16
tafias	9	9
tagalongs	15	15
tagboards	15	15
tagetes	9	9