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
tumbleweeds	23	23
tumblings	20	20
tumbrels	16	16
tumbrils	16	16
tumefactions	23	23
tumefies	15	15
tumesce	14	14
tumesced	16	16
tumescence	21	21
tumescent	17	17
tumesces	15	15
tumescing	19	19
tumidities	15	15
tummies	14	14
tummlers	16	16
tumorigenesis	20	20
tumorous	13	13
tumors	10	10
tumours	12	12
tumplines	18	18
tumps	12	12
tums	8	8
tumulose	14	14
tumulous	15	15
tumults	13	13