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
tolts	6	6
toluates	10	10
toluenes	11	11
toluides	11	11
toluidines	14	14
toluidins	13	13
toluids	10	10
toluoles	11	11
toluols	10	10
tolus	7	7
toluyls	12	12
tolyls	10	10
tomahawks	21	21
tomalleys	16	16
tomans	10	10
tomatilloes	16	16
tomatillos	15	15
tomatoes	11	11
tombacks	21	21
tombacs	16	16
tombaks	17	17
tombless	15	15
tombolas	15	15
tombolos	15	15
tomboyish	19	19