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
ytterbias	14	14
ytterbiums	19	19
yttrias	9	9
yttriums	14	14
yuans	9	9
yucas	11	11
yuccas	15	15
yuckiest	18	18
yucks	15	15
yugas	10	10
yukatas	14	14
yukes	12	12
yukkiest	19	19
yuks	11	11
yulans	11	11
yules	9	9
yuletides	14	14
yummies	16	16
yummiest	17	17
yumminess	19	19
yupons	13	13
yuppiedoms	23	23
yuppieish	20	20
yuppies	16	16
yuppifies	21	21