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.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
upswept	17	17
upswing	17	17
upswinging	23	23
upswings	18	18
upswollen	19	19
upswung	18	18
uptakes	15	15
uptalks	16	16
uptears	11	11
uptempos	18	18
upthrows	17	17
upthrust	15	15
upthrusted	18	18
upthrusting	21	21
upthrusts	16	16
upticks	18	18
uptightness	20	20
uptightnesses	22	22
uptilts	12	12
uptimes	14	14
uptoss	10	10
uptossed	13	13
uptosses	12	12
uptossing	16	16
uptowners	17	17