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
zedoaries	19	19
zedonks	22	22
zeds	14	14
zeedonks	23	23
zees	13	13
zeins	15	15
zeitgebers	24	24
zeitgeist	20	20
zeitgeists	21	21
zeks	17	17
zelkovas	26	26
zemindaries	25	25
zemindars	23	23
zemstva	23	23
zemstvo	23	23
zemstvos	24	24
zenaidas	19	19
zenanas	18	18
zendos	17	17
zeniths	19	19
zeolites	18	18
zephyrs	23	23
zeppelins	26	26
zeppoles	24	24
zeps	16	16