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
caliches	17	17
calicles	16	16
calicoes	15	15
calicos	14	14
califates	16	16
califs	13	13
caliginous	18	18
calipash	17	17
calipashes	19	19
calipees	15	15
calipers	15	15
caliphates	19	19
caliphs	16	16
calisaya	14	14
calisayas	15	15
calisthenic	21	21
calisthenics	22	22
calixes	18	18
calkers	15	15
calkings	19	19
calkins	16	16
calks	13	13
callaloos	15	15
callalous	16	16
callans	13	13