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
vandalism	19	19
vandalisms	20	20
vandalistic	21	21
vandalizations	31	31
vandalizes	26	26
vandals	14	14
vandas	12	12
vandykes	20	20
vanes	10	10
vangs	12	12
vanguardism	23	23
vanguardisms	24	24
vanguardist	20	20
vanguardists	21	21
vanguards	18	18
vanillas	15	15
vanillins	17	17
vanish	13	13
vanished	16	16
vanisher	15	15
vanishers	16	16
vanishes	15	15
vanishing	19	19
vanishingly	24	24
vanitas	12	12