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
taluks	12	12
talus	7	7
taluses	9	9
tamales	11	11
tamals	10	10
tamanduas	15	15
tamandus	14	14
tamaracks	19	19
tamaraos	11	11
tamaraus	12	12
tamarillos	15	15
tamarinds	14	14
tamarins	12	12
tamaris	10	10
tamarisk	15	15
tamarisks	16	16
tamasha	12	12
tamashas	13	13
tambacs	16	16
tambaks	17	17
tambalas	15	15
tambouras	16	16
tambourers	17	17
tambourines	19	19
tambours	15	15