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
tawses	9	9
tawsing	13	13
taxables	19	19
taxations	17	17
taxemes	17	17
taxers	13	13
taxes	12	12
taxicabs	21	21
taxidermies	22	22
taxidermist	22	22
taxidermists	23	23
taxies	13	13
taximeters	20	20
taxis	12	12
taxites	14	14
taxiways	20	20
taxless	15	15
taxols	14	14
taxonomies	21	21
taxonomist	21	21
taxonomists	22	22
taxons	14	14
taxpayers	21	21
taxus	13	13
taxwise	17	17