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
wretchedest	20	20
wretchedness	22	22
wretches	16	16
wricks	16	16
wries	8	8
wriest	9	9
wrigglers	17	17
wriggles	16	16
wriggliest	18	18
wrights	14	14
wringers	14	14
wrings	12	12
wrinkles	17	17
wrinkliest	19	19
wrist	8	8
wristband	17	17
wristbands	18	18
wristed	11	11
wrister	10	10
wristers	11	11
wristier	11	11
wristiest	12	12
wristing	14	14
wristlet	12	12
wristlets	13	13