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
whipstock	24	24
whipstocks	25	25
whiptails	18	18
whipworms	23	23
whirlers	14	14
whirlies	14	14
whirliest	15	15
whirligigs	20	20
whirlpools	20	20
whirls	12	12
whirlwinds	21	21
whirlybirds	23	23
whirries	13	13
whirrs	11	11
whirs	10	10
whish	12	12
whished	15	15
whishes	14	14
whishing	18	18
whisht	13	13
whishted	16	16
whishting	19	19
whishts	14	14
whisk	14	14
whisked	17	17