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
zamindaris	24	24
zamindars	23	23
zananas	18	18
zanders	18	18
zanies	16	16
zaniest	17	17
zaniness	19	19
zaninesses	21	21
zanyish	21	21
zanzas	25	25
zapateados	23	23
zapateos	20	20
zappers	22	22
zappiest	23	23
zaps	16	16
zaptiahs	22	22
zaptiehs	22	22
zaratites	18	18
zarebas	19	19
zareebas	20	20
zarfs	17	17
zaribas	19	19
zarzuelas	29	29
zas	12	12
zastruga	20	20