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
workhouses	20	20
workings	18	18
workless	16	16
worklessness	21	21
workloads	18	18
workmanship	27	27
workmates	19	19
workouts	16	16
workpieces	23	23
workplaces	24	24
workrooms	19	19
works	12	12
worksheet	18	18
worksheets	19	19
workshop	20	20
workshops	21	21
worksite	15	15
worksites	16	16
worksong	18	18
worksongs	19	19
workstation	19	19
workstations	20	20
worktables	21	21
worktops	18	18
workups	18	18