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
unskillfulness	28	28
unslakable	21	21
unslaked	16	16
unsliced	15	15
unslick	17	17
unsling	13	13
unslinging	19	19
unslings	14	14
unslung	14	14
unsmart	12	12
unsmiling	18	18
unsmoked	18	18
unsmoothed	18	18
unsnag	11	11
unsnagged	17	17
unsnagging	20	20
unsnags	12	12
unsnap	12	12
unsnapped	19	19
unsnapping	22	22
unsnaps	13	13
unsnarl	11	11
unsnarled	14	14
unsnarling	17	17
unsnarls	12	12