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
unstepping	21	21
unsteps	12	12
unsterile	12	12
unsterilized	25	25
unstick	16	16
unsticking	22	22
unsticks	17	17
unstinted	13	13
unstinting	16	16
unstintingly	21	21
unstitch	15	15
unstitched	18	18
unstitches	17	17
unstitching	21	21
unstoned	12	12
unstop	11	11
unstoppable	23	23
unstoppably	25	25
unstopped	18	18
unstopper	17	17
unstoppered	20	20
unstoppering	23	23
unstoppers	18	18
unstopping	21	21
unstops	12	12