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
traders	8	8
trades	7	7
tradescantia	17	17
tradescantias	18	18
tradesman	14	14
tradesmen	14	14
tradespeople	20	20
tradings	12	12
traditionalism	20	20
traditionalisms	21	21
traditionalist	17	17
traditionalists	18	18
traditionalizes	27	27
traditionless	16	16
traditions	12	12
traditores	11	11
traducements	21	21
traducers	14	14
traduces	13	13
traffickers	24	24
traffics	17	17
tragedians	14	14
tragediennes	17	17
tragedies	12	12
tragicomedies	22	22