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
catastrophists	22	22
catatonias	14	14
catatonics	17	17
catawbas	17	17
catbirds	15	15
catboats	14	14
catbriars	15	15
catbriers	15	15
catcalls	16	16
catchalls	19	19
catchers	16	16
catches	15	15
catchflies	22	22
catchiest	17	17
catchments	22	22
catchphrase	24	24
catchphrases	25	25
catchpoles	22	22
catchpolls	23	23
catchups	20	20
catchwords	22	22
catclaws	18	18
catecheses	18	18
catechesis	18	18
catechins	18	18