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
thionines	13	13
thionins	12	12
thionyls	14	14
thiophenes	18	18
thiophens	17	17
thioridazines	26	26
thiosulfate	18	18
thiosulfates	19	19
thiotepas	14	14
thiouracils	18	18
thioureas	12	12
thirams	12	12
thirds	9	9
thirlages	14	14
thirls	9	9
thirst	8	8
thirsted	11	11
thirster	10	10
thirsters	11	11
thirstier	11	11
thirstiest	12	12
thirstily	14	14
thirstiness	14	14
thirsting	14	14
thirsts	9	9