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
twinks	14	14
twinnings	17	17
twins	9	9
twinset	11	11
twinsets	12	12
twinship	17	17
twinships	18	18
twirlers	12	12
twirliest	13	13
twirls	10	10
twirps	12	12
twist	8	8
twisted	11	11
twister	10	10
twisters	11	11
twistier	11	11
twistiest	12	12
twisting	14	14
twistings	15	15
twistor	10	10
twistors	11	11
twists	9	9
twisty	11	11
twitchers	17	17
twitches	16	16