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
vernaculars	21	21
vernalizes	25	25
vernations	16	16
vernicles	18	18
verniers	13	13
vernissage	17	17
vernissages	18	18
vernixes	20	20
veronals	14	14
veronicas	17	17
verrucas	16	16
verrucose	17	17
versal	11	11
versals	12	12
versant	12	12
versants	13	13
versatile	14	14
versatilely	19	19
versatileness	19	19
versatility	18	18
verse	9	9
versed	11	11
verselet	13	13
verselets	14	14
verseman	16	16