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
byworks	19	19
byzants	22	22
cabalas	14	14
cabalettas	17	17
cabalism	18	18
cabalisms	19	19
cabalist	15	15
cabalists	16	16
caballeros	18	18
cabals	13	13
cabanas	14	14
cabarets	14	14
cabbages	19	19
cabbalahs	21	21
cabbalas	18	18
cabbies	16	16
cabdrivers	21	21
cabernets	16	16
cabers	12	12
cabestro	14	14
cabestros	15	15
cabezones	25	25
cabezons	24	24
cabildos	16	16
cabinetmakers	27	27