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
calculous	19	19
calculus	18	18
calculuses	20	20
calderas	13	13
caldrons	14	14
caleches	17	17
calefactories	23	23
calendars	15	15
calenderers	17	17
calenders	15	15
calends	13	13
calendulas	18	18
calentures	16	16
calesa	10	10
calesas	11	11
calfhoods	19	19
calfs	12	12
calfskin	20	20
calfskins	21	21
calibers	15	15
calibrates	17	17
calibrations	20	20
calibrators	18	18
calibres	15	15
calices	14	14