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
teleshops	15	15
telesis	8	8
telestic	12	12
telestics	13	13
teletexts	17	17
telethons	13	13
teletypes	15	15
teletypewriters	24	24
televangelism	25	25
televangelist	22	22
televangelists	23	23
televiewers	19	19
televiews	17	17
televise	13	13
televised	15	15
televises	14	14
televising	18	18
television	16	16
televisions	17	17
televisual	17	17
teleworks	17	17
telexes	15	15
telfers	11	11
telfords	13	13
telicities	14	14