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
wasp	10	10
waspier	13	13
waspiest	14	14
waspily	16	16
waspish	15	15
wasplike	19	19
wasps	11	11
waspy	13	13
wassail	11	11
wassailed	14	14
wassailer	13	13
wassailers	14	14
wassailing	17	17
wassails	12	12
wast	7	7
wastable	15	15
wastage	12	12
wastages	13	13
waste	8	8
wastebasket	21	21
wastebaskets	22	22
wasted	10	10
wasteful	16	16
wastefully	21	21
wastefulness	21	21