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
carries	10	10
carrioles	13	13
carrions	12	12
carritches	18	18
carroches	17	17
carroms	13	13
carronades	15	15
carrotiest	13	13
carrotins	13	13
carrots	10	10
carrottops	16	16
carrousel	14	14
carrousels	15	15
carrs	8	8
carryalls	16	16
carrybacks	25	25
carrycots	17	17
carryforwards	25	25
carryons	14	14
carryouts	15	15
carryovers	19	19
cars	7	7
carse	8	8
carses	9	9
carsick	17	17