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
vinedressers	18	18
vinegarish	19	19
vinegars	15	15
vineries	13	13
vines	10	10
vineyardist	19	19
vineyardists	20	20
vineyards	17	17
viniest	12	12
viniferas	17	17
vinifies	16	16
vinos	10	10
vinosities	15	15
vinosity	15	15
vinous	12	12
vinously	17	17
vins	9	9
vintagers	16	16
vintages	15	15
vintners	14	14
vinylidenes	21	21
vinyls	14	14
violableness	22	22
violaceous	19	19
violas	11	11