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
telepathies	17	17
telepaths	15	15
telephoners	18	18
telephones	17	17
telephonies	18	18
telephonist	18	18
telephonists	19	19
teleplays	16	16
teleportations	19	19
teleports	13	13
teleprinters	17	17
teleprocessing	24	24
teleprompters	23	23
telerans	10	10
teles	6	6
telescope	16	16
telescoped	18	18
telescopes	17	17
telescopic	20	20
telescopically	28	28
telescoping	21	21
teleses	8	8
teleshop	14	14
teleshopped	21	21
teleshopping	24	24