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
upcurves	20	20
upcycles	21	21
updarts	12	12
updaters	13	13
updates	12	12
updives	16	16
updomings	20	20
updos	10	10
updrafts	16	16
updries	12	12
upends	12	12
upflings	19	19
upflows	18	18
upfolds	16	16
upgathers	17	17
upgazes	22	22
upgirds	14	14
upgraders	16	16
upgrades	15	15
upgrows	16	16
upgrowths	20	20
upheaps	16	16
upheavals	20	20
upheavers	19	19
upheaves	18	18