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
triacids	12	12
triacs	9	9
triactors	12	12
triadics	12	12
triadism	12	12
triadisms	13	13
triads	7	7
triages	9	9
trialist	9	9
trialists	10	10
trialogues	14	14
trials	7	7
triangles	13	13
triangulates	17	17
triangulations	20	20
triarchies	15	15
triathletes	14	14
triathlons	14	14
triazines	19	19
triazins	18	18
triazoles	19	19
tribades	12	12
tribalism	16	16
tribalisms	17	17
tribals	11	11