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
wellsprings	22	22
welsh	11	11
welshed	14	14
welsher	13	13
welshers	14	14
welshes	13	13
welshing	17	17
welters	11	11
welterweights	24	24
weltings	15	15
welts	9	9
weltschmerz	32	32
wenchers	17	17
wenches	16	16
wendigos	15	15
wends	10	10
wenniest	13	13
wennish	14	14
wens	8	8
wentletraps	19	19
weregilds	16	16
werewolves	21	21
wergelds	15	15
wergelts	14	14
wergilds	15	15