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
whacks	18	18
whalebacks	26	26
whaleboats	19	19
whalebones	20	20
whalers	13	13
whales	12	12
whalings	17	17
whammies	19	19
whams	13	13
whangees	16	16
whangs	14	14
whappers	19	19
whaps	13	13
wharfages	19	19
wharfingers	22	22
wharfmaster	22	22
wharfmasters	23	23
wharfs	14	14
wharves	16	16
whatness	14	14
whatnesses	16	16
whatnots	14	14
whats	10	10
whatsis	12	12
whatsises	14	14