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
tankers	12	12
tankfuls	18	18
tankinis	14	14
tankless	14	14
tanks	10	10
tankship	18	18
tankships	19	19
tannages	12	12
tannates	10	10
tanneries	11	11
tanners	9	9
tannest	9	9
tannings	13	13
tannins	10	10
tannish	11	11
tanrecs	11	11
tans	5	5
tansies	8	8
tansy	8	8
tantalates	12	12
tantalise	11	11
tantalised	13	13
tantalises	12	12
tantalising	16	16
tantalites	12	12