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
wackes	16	16
wackest	17	17
wackiest	18	18
wackiness	20	20
wackinesses	22	22
wackoes	17	17
wackos	16	16
wacks	15	15
wadders	12	12
waddies	12	12
waddings	16	16
waddlers	14	14
waddles	13	13
waders	10	10
wades	9	9
wadies	10	10
wadis	9	9
wadmaals	16	16
wadmals	15	15
wadmels	15	15
wadmolls	17	17
wadmols	15	15
wads	8	8
wadset	10	10
wadsets	11	11