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
transpire	13	13
transpired	15	15
transpires	14	14
transpiring	18	18
transplacental	24	24
transplant	16	16
transplantable	24	24
transplantation	22	22
transplanted	19	19
transplanter	18	18
transplanters	19	19
transplanting	22	22
transplants	17	17
transpolar	15	15
transponder	17	17
transponders	18	18
transpontine	18	18
transport	13	13
transportable	21	21
transportation	19	19
transportations	20	20
transported	16	16
transporter	15	15
transporters	16	16
transporting	19	19