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
candleberries	22	22
candlefish	21	21
candlefishes	23	23
candleholders	23	23
candlelighters	25	25
candlelights	23	23
candlenuts	18	18
candlepins	20	20
candlers	14	14
candles	13	13
candlesnuffer	27	27
candlesnuffers	28	28
candlestick	24	24
candlesticks	25	25
candlewicks	27	27
candlewoods	21	21
candors	12	12
candours	14	14
candyfloss	21	21
candyflosses	23	23
candytufts	21	21
canebrakes	21	21
canellas	14	14
canephors	18	18
caners	10	10