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
undersurface	22	22
undersurfaces	23	23
undertakers	18	18
undertakes	17	17
undertakings	22	22
undertaxes	20	20
undertenants	17	17
underthrows	19	19
underthrust	17	17
underthrusting	23	23
underthrusts	18	18
undertones	14	14
undertows	15	15
undertreats	14	14
undertricks	21	21
underuse	12	12
underused	14	14
underuses	13	13
underusing	17	17
underutilizes	27	27
undervaluations	25	25
undervalues	20	20
underwears	16	16
underwhelms	23	23
underwings	19	19