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
celestite	13	13
celestites	14	14
celiacs	14	14
celibacies	20	20
celibates	16	16
cellarages	17	17
cellarers	14	14
cellarets	14	14
cellarettes	16	16
cellars	12	12
cellies	12	12
cellist	12	12
cellists	13	13
cellmates	17	17
cellobiose	18	18
cellobioses	19	19
celloidins	17	17
cellophanes	22	22
cellos	11	11
cellphones	21	21
cells	10	10
cellularities	20	20
cellulars	16	16
cellulase	16	16
cellulases	17	17