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
violaters	14	14
violates	13	13
violations	16	16
violators	14	14
violences	18	18
violets	12	12
violinist	15	15
violinistic	20	20
violinists	16	16
violins	13	13
violist	12	12
violists	13	13
violoncellist	24	24
violoncellists	25	25
violoncellos	23	23
violones	14	14
viols	10	10
viomycins	22	22
viperish	17	17
viperous	16	16
viperously	21	21
vipers	13	13
viraemias	16	16
viraginous	18	18
viragoes	14	14