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
varletries	15	15
varlets	12	12
varments	16	16
varmints	16	16
varnas	11	11
varnish	14	14
varnished	17	17
varnisher	16	16
varnishers	17	17
varnishes	16	16
varnishing	20	20
varnishy	17	17
varooms	14	14
varroas	11	11
vars	8	8
varsities	13	13
varsity	13	13
varus	10	10
varuses	12	12
varves	14	14
vas	7	7
vasa	8	8
vasal	10	10
vascula	16	16
vascular	17	17