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
trapnest	12	12
trapnested	15	15
trapnesting	18	18
trapnests	13	13
trappers	14	14
trappings	18	18
trappose	14	14
trappous	15	15
traprocks	19	19
traps	8	8
trapshooter	16	16
trapshooters	17	17
trapshooting	20	20
trapuntos	14	14
trash	7	7
trashed	10	10
trasher	9	9
trashers	10	10
trashes	9	9
trashier	10	10
trashiest	11	11
trashily	13	13
trashiness	13	13
trashing	13	13
trashman	14	14