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
widgets	13	13
widish	12	12
widowbirds	21	21
widowers	15	15
widowhoods	20	20
widows	13	13
widths	12	12
wielders	13	13
wieldiest	14	14
wields	11	11
wieners	11	11
wienerwurst	19	19
wienerwursts	20	20
wienies	11	11
wifebeaters	20	20
wifedoms	18	18
wifehoods	18	18
wifeless	15	15
wifeliest	16	16
wifeliness	18	18
wifes	11	11
wifeys	14	14
wiftiest	14	14
wigans	12	12
wigeons	13	13