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
whatsit	12	12
whatsits	13	13
whatso	11	11
whatsoever	19	19
whaups	15	15
wheals	12	12
wheatears	14	14
wheatens	14	14
wheatgrass	17	17
wheatgrasses	19	19
wheatlands	18	18
wheats	11	11
wheedlers	16	16
wheedles	15	15
wheelbarrows	24	24
wheelbase	18	18
wheelbases	19	19
wheelchairs	22	22
wheelers	14	14
wheelhorse	18	18
wheelhorses	19	19
wheelhouse	19	19
wheelhouses	20	20
wheelies	14	14
wheelings	18	18