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
cashes	11	11
cashew	14	14
cashews	15	15
cashier	12	12
cashiered	15	15
cashiering	18	18
cashiers	13	13
cashing	15	15
cashless	14	14
cashmere	16	16
cashmeres	17	17
cashoo	11	11
cashoos	12	12
casimere	14	14
casimeres	15	15
casimire	14	14
casimires	15	15
casing	12	12
casings	13	13
casini	10	10
casino	10	10
casinos	11	11
casita	9	9
casitas	10	10
cask	11	11