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
yamulkas	19	19
yamuns	13	13
yangs	10	10
yanks	12	12
yanquis	20	20
yantras	10	10
yapocks	19	19
yapoks	15	15
yapons	12	12
yappers	15	15
yappiest	16	16
yaps	9	9
yaraks	12	12
yardages	13	13
yardarms	14	14
yardbirds	16	16
yarders	10	10
yardlands	15	15
yardmaster	16	16
yardmasters	17	17
yards	8	8
yardstick	19	19
yardsticks	20	20
yardwands	17	17
yardworks	19	19