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
cannas	11	11
cannelons	16	16
cannels	13	13
canneries	14	14
canners	12	12
cannibalise	20	20
cannibalised	22	22
cannibalises	21	21
cannibalising	25	25
cannibalism	23	23
cannibalisms	24	24
cannibalistic	25	25
cannibalizes	30	30
cannibals	18	18
canniest	13	13
cannikins	19	19
canniness	15	15
canninesses	17	17
cannings	16	16
cannister	14	14
cannisters	15	15
cannolis	14	14
cannonades	17	17
cannonballs	22	22
cannoneers	16	16