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
whins	11	11
whinstone	16	16
whinstones	17	17
whipcords	21	21
whiplash	19	19
whiplashes	21	21
whipless	17	17
whippers	19	19
whippersnapper	32	32
whippersnappers	33	33
whippets	19	19
whippiest	20	20
whippings	23	23
whippits	19	19
whiprays	18	18
whips	13	13
whipsaw	18	18
whipsawed	21	21
whipsawing	24	24
whipsawn	20	20
whipsaws	19	19
whipstitch	23	23
whipstitched	26	26
whipstitches	25	25
whipstitching	29	29