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
wakens	14	14
wakers	13	13
wakes	12	12
wakikis	18	18
wakings	17	17
walers	10	10
wales	9	9
walies	10	10
walis	9	9
walkabouts	22	22
walkathons	21	21
walkaways	22	22
walkers	15	15
walkies	15	15
walkings	19	19
walkouts	17	17
walkovers	21	21
walks	13	13
walkups	19	19
walkways	21	21
walkyries	19	19
wallabies	17	17
wallahs	14	14
wallaroos	14	14
wallas	11	11