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
tonelessness	15	15
tonemes	11	11
toners	7	7
tones	6	6
tonetics	12	12
tonettes	9	9
tongas	9	9
tongers	10	10
tongs	8	8
tongueless	15	15
tongues	11	11
tonguings	16	16
tonicities	14	14
tonics	10	10
toniest	8	8
tonifies	12	12
tonights	13	13
tonish	9	9
tonishly	14	14
tonlets	9	9
tonnages	12	12
tonneaus	11	11
tonners	9	9
tonnes	8	8
tonnish	11	11