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
unstacking	22	22
unstacks	17	17
unstained	13	13
unstandardized	29	29
unstartling	17	17
unstate	9	9
unstated	11	11
unstates	10	10
unstating	14	14
unstayed	13	13
unsteadied	14	14
unsteadier	13	13
unsteadies	13	13
unsteadiest	14	14
unsteadily	16	16
unsteadiness	16	16
unsteadinesses	18	18
unsteady	13	13
unsteadying	19	19
unsteel	10	10
unsteeled	13	13
unsteeling	16	16
unsteels	11	11
unstep	11	11
unstepped	18	18