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
unshamed	16	16
unshaped	16	16
unshapely	19	19
unshapen	16	16
unshared	13	13
unsharp	14	14
unshaved	17	17
unshaven	17	17
unsheathe	15	15
unsheathed	17	17
unsheathes	16	16
unsheathing	20	20
unshed	11	11
unshell	13	13
unshelled	16	16
unshelling	19	19
unshells	14	14
unshift	14	14
unshifted	17	17
unshifting	20	20
unshifts	15	15
unship	13	13
unshipped	20	20
unshipping	23	23
unships	14	14