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
ticklishly	23	23
ticklishness	23	23
ticks	12	12
tickseed	16	16
tickseeds	17	17
ticktacks	23	23
ticktocks	23	23
tics	7	7
tictacs	13	13
tictocs	13	13
tidbits	11	11
tiddledywinks	27	27
tiddlers	11	11
tiddliest	12	12
tiddlywinks	24	24
tidelands	13	13
tideless	10	10
tidelines	12	12
tidemarks	17	17
tiderips	12	12
tides	6	6
tidewaters	14	14
tideways	14	14
tidiers	8	8
tidies	7	7