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
upspringing	24	24
upsprings	19	19
upsprung	19	19
upstage	13	13
upstaged	15	15
upstager	14	14
upstagers	15	15
upstages	14	14
upstaging	18	18
upstair	11	11
upstairs	12	12
upstand	13	13
upstanding	19	19
upstandingness	24	24
upstands	14	14
upstare	11	11
upstared	13	13
upstares	12	12
upstaring	16	16
upstart	11	11
upstarted	14	14
upstarting	17	17
upstarts	12	12
upstate	11	11
upstater	12	12