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
xylocarps	25	25
xylographers	29	29
xylographies	29	29
xylographs	27	27
xylols	17	17
xylophagous	29	29
xylophones	26	26
xylophonist	27	27
xylophonists	28	28
xylose	16	16
xyloses	17	17
xylotomies	23	23
xylyls	19	19
xyst	13	13
xyster	15	15
xysters	16	16
xysti	14	14
xystoi	15	15
xystos	15	15
xysts	14	14
xystus	16	16
yabbers	15	15
yabbies	15	15
yachters	15	15
yachties	15	15