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
yawns	11	11
yawpers	15	15
yawpings	19	19
yawps	13	13
yaws	9	9
yays	8	8
yeahs	9	9
yealings	14	14
yeanlings	16	16
yeans	8	8
yearbooks	18	18
yearends	12	12
yearlies	11	11
yearlings	15	15
yearners	11	11
yearnings	15	15
yearns	9	9
years	7	7
yeas	6	6
yeasayer	12	12
yeasayers	13	13
yeast	7	7
yeasted	10	10
yeastier	10	10
yeastiest	11	11