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
wains	9	9
wainscot	15	15
wainscoted	18	18
wainscoting	21	21
wainscotings	22	22
wainscots	16	16
wainscotted	19	19
wainscotting	22	22
wainscottings	23	23
wainwrights	22	22
wairs	8	8
waist	8	8
waistband	17	17
waistbands	18	18
waistcoat	15	15
waistcoated	18	18
waistcoats	16	16
waisted	11	11
waister	10	10
waisters	11	11
waisting	14	14
waistings	15	15
waistline	14	14
waistlines	15	15
waists	9	9