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
canthus	14	14
canticles	17	17
cantilenas	16	16
cantilevers	20	20
cantillates	17	17
cantillations	20	20
cantinas	13	13
cantles	12	12
cantonments	20	20
cantons	12	12
cantoris	12	12
cantors	11	11
cantos	10	10
cantraips	16	16
cantraps	15	15
cantrips	15	15
cants	9	9
cantus	11	11
canulas	13	13
canulates	15	15
canvas	14	14
canvasback	28	28
canvasbacks	29	29
canvased	17	17
canvaser	16	16