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
carnations	15	15
carnaubas	17	17
carnelians	16	16
carnets	11	11
carneys	13	13
carnies	11	11
carnifies	16	16
carnitas	12	12
carnitines	15	15
carnivalesque	32	32
carnivals	18	18
carnivores	18	18
carnivories	19	19
carnivorous	20	20
carnivorously	25	25
carnivorousness	25	25
carnosaur	14	14
carnosaurs	15	15
carnotites	14	14
carns	9	9
caroaches	17	17
carobs	12	12
caroches	16	16
carolers	12	12
carolings	16	16