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
thanatoses	13	13
thanedoms	16	16
thanes	9	9
thaneship	17	17
thaneships	18	18
thankers	15	15
thankfullest	25	25
thankfulness	25	25
thankless	17	17
thanklessly	22	22
thanklessness	22	22
thanks	13	13
thanksgiving	28	28
thanksgivings	29	29
tharms	11	11
thatchers	16	16
thatches	15	15
thatchiest	17	17
thaumaturges	21	21
thaumaturgies	22	22
thaumaturgist	22	22
thaumaturgists	23	23
thawers	12	12
thawings	16	16
thawless	14	14