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
cellules	15	15
cellulites	17	17
cellulitis	17	17
cellulitises	19	19
celluloids	18	18
cellulose	16	16
celluloses	17	17
cellulosic	20	20
celoms	13	13
celosia	11	11
celosias	12	12
cels	8	8
celts	9	9
cembalos	18	18
cementations	20	20
cementers	16	16
cementites	17	17
cementitious	20	20
cements	14	14
cementums	20	20
cemeteries	16	16
cenacles	16	16
cenobites	16	16
cenotaphs	18	18
cenotes	11	11