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
vamooses	15	15
vamoosing	19	19
vamose	13	13
vamosed	15	15
vamoses	14	14
vamosing	18	18
vampers	17	17
vampiest	18	18
vampires	18	18
vampirish	21	21
vampirism	22	22
vampirisms	23	23
vampish	19	19
vamplates	20	20
vamps	15	15
vanadates	15	15
vanadiums	19	19
vanadous	15	15
vanaspati	17	17
vanaspatis	18	18
vancomycins	28	28
vandalise	16	16
vandalised	18	18
vandalises	17	17
vandalising	21	21