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
talcums	15	15
talebearers	15	15
taleggios	14	14
talentless	13	13
talents	9	9
talers	7	7
tales	6	6
talesman	13	13
talesmen	13	13
talions	9	9
talipeds	13	13
talipes	11	11
talipots	12	12
talisman	13	13
talismanic	18	18
talismanically	26	26
talismans	14	14
talkathons	18	18
talkativeness	23	23
talkbacks	24	24
talkers	12	12
talkfest	16	16
talkfests	17	17
talkies	12	12
talkiest	13	13