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
withstand	16	16
withstanding	22	22
withstands	17	17
withstood	15	15
witless	11	11
witlessly	16	16
witlessness	16	16
witlings	15	15
witloofs	15	15
witness	11	11
witnessed	14	14
witnesses	13	13
witnessing	17	17
witneys	13	13
wits	7	7
witters	10	10
witticism	18	18
witticisms	19	19
wittiest	11	11
wittiness	13	13
wittinesses	15	15
wittings	14	14
wittols	11	11
wiverns	15	15
wivers	13	13