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
trouncers	14	14
trounces	13	13
troupers	12	12
troupes	11	11
troupials	14	14
trouser	8	8
trousers	9	9
trousseau	11	11
trousseaus	12	12
trousseaux	19	19
troutiest	10	10
troutings	13	13
trouts	7	7
trouveres	14	14
trouveurs	15	15
trovers	11	11
troves	10	10
trowelers	13	13
trowels	11	11
trows	8	8
trowsers	11	11
trowths	12	12
troys	7	7
truancies	14	14
truantries	12	12