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
troiluses	11	11
trois	5	5
trokes	10	10
trolands	11	11
trollers	10	10
trolleybus	18	18
trolleybuses	20	20
trolleys	12	12
trollies	10	10
trollings	14	14
trollish	12	12
trollops	13	13
trolls	8	8
trombones	16	16
trombonist	17	17
trombonists	18	18
trommels	15	15
trompes	13	13
tromps	12	12
tronas	7	7
trones	7	7
troopers	11	11
troopials	13	13
troops	9	9
troopship	17	17