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
thirsty	11	11
thirteens	12	12
thirteenths	16	16
thirties	10	10
thirtieths	14	14
thirtyish	15	15
thirtysomething	27	27
this	6	6
thisaway	15	15
thistle	10	10
thistledown	19	19
thistledowns	20	20
thistles	11	11
thistlier	12	12
thistliest	13	13
thistly	12	12
thitherwards	20	20
tholeiites	13	13
tholepins	16	16
tholes	9	9
tholos	9	9
thongiest	14	14
thongs	11	11
thoraces	13	13
thoracotomies	21	21