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
waveshapes	22	22
waveys	15	15
wavicles	19	19
wavies	13	13
waviest	14	14
waviness	16	16
wavinesses	18	18
wawls	12	12
waws	10	10
waxberries	23	23
waxbills	23	23
waxers	16	16
waxes	15	15
waxiest	17	17
waxiness	19	19
waxinesses	21	21
waxings	20	20
waxplants	24	24
waxweeds	22	22
waxwings	24	24
waxworks	25	25
waxworms	24	24
wayangs	15	15
waybacks	23	23
waybills	18	18