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
yuppydoms	24	24
yups	10	10
yurts	8	8
yutzes	18	18
yuzus	18	18
ywis	9	9
zabagliones	27	27
zabaiones	22	22
zabajones	31	31
zacatons	21	21
zaffars	22	22
zaffers	22	22
zaffirs	22	22
zaffres	22	22
zags	15	15
zaibatsu	21	21
zaidas	16	16
zaidehs	19	19
zaidies	17	17
zaikais	20	20
zaires	15	15
zakats	19	19
zamarras	20	20
zamarros	20	20
zamias	18	18