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
viragos	13	13
virelais	13	13
virelays	15	15
viremias	15	15
vireos	10	10
vires	9	9
virescence	21	21
virescent	17	17
virgas	12	12
virgates	14	14
virgers	13	13
virginalist	19	19
virginalists	20	20
virginals	17	17
virginities	18	18
virgins	14	14
virgules	16	16
viricides	17	17
viridescent	20	20
viridians	15	15
viridities	15	15
virilise	13	13
virilised	15	15
virilises	14	14
virilising	18	18