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
words	9	9
wordsmith	18	18
wordsmithery	23	23
wordsmiths	19	19
workableness	24	24
workaholics	24	24
workaholism	24	24
workbags	20	20
workbasket	24	24
workbaskets	25	25
workbenches	27	27
workboats	19	19
workbooks	23	23
workboots	19	19
workboxes	26	26
workdays	18	18
workers	14	14
workfares	19	19
workflows	23	23
workfolks	24	24
workforces	23	23
workhorse	18	18
workhorses	19	19
workhours	19	19
workhouse	19	19