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
temporals	16	16
temporaries	17	17
temporariness	20	20
temporise	15	15
temporised	17	17
temporises	16	16
temporising	20	20
temporizers	26	26
temporizes	25	25
tempos	12	12
temps	11	11
temptations	18	18
tempters	14	14
temptress	15	15
temptresses	17	17
tempts	12	12
tempuras	15	15
tenableness	17	17
tenaces	11	11
tenacious	14	14
tenaciously	19	19
tenaciousness	19	19
tenacities	14	14
tenaculums	20	20
tenailles	12	12