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
carambolas	20	20
caramelise	17	17
caramelised	19	19
caramelises	18	18
caramelising	22	22
caramelizes	27	27
caramels	15	15
carangids	16	16
carapaces	18	18
carapaxes	22	22
carassow	14	14
carassows	15	15
carates	10	10
carats	9	9
caravaners	18	18
caravanners	20	20
caravans	16	16
caravansaries	21	21
caravansary	21	21
caravanserai	20	20
caravanserais	21	21
caravels	16	16
caraways	16	16
carbachols	22	22
carbamates	19	19