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
winkles	16	16
winks	13	13
winless	12	12
winners	12	12
winningest	18	18
winnings	16	16
winnocks	20	20
winnowers	17	17
winnows	15	15
winoes	10	10
winos	9	9
wins	8	8
winsome	14	14
winsomely	19	19
winsomeness	19	19
winsomer	15	15
winsomest	16	16
winterberries	20	20
winterers	13	13
winteriest	14	14
winterizations	28	28
winterizes	23	23
winters	11	11
wintles	12	12
wintriest	13	13