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
waiters	10	10
waitings	14	14
waitlist	12	12
waitlisted	15	15
waitlisting	18	18
waitlists	13	13
waitpersons	18	18
waitress	11	11
waitressed	14	14
waitresses	13	13
waitressing	17	17
waitrons	12	12
waits	8	8
waitstaff	18	18
waitstaffs	19	19
waivers	14	14
waives	13	13
wakames	17	17
wakandas	17	17
wakeboarders	23	23
wakeboards	21	21
wakefulness	24	24
wakeless	16	16
wakeners	16	16
wakenings	20	20