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
tripodies	13	13
tripods	11	11
tripolis	12	12
tripos	9	9
triposes	11	11
trippers	14	14
trippets	14	14
trippiest	15	15
trippings	18	18
trips	8	8
triptanes	13	13
triptans	12	12
triptycas	17	17
triptychs	19	19
tripwires	15	15
triremes	11	11
trisaccharide	22	22
trisaccharides	23	23
triscele	12	12
trisceles	13	13
trisect	10	10
trisected	13	13
trisecting	16	16
trisection	14	14
trisections	15	15