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
chaises	12	12
chakras	16	16
chalahs	15	15
chalazas	23	23
chalcedonies	23	23
chalcids	18	18
chalcocites	23	23
chalcogenides	26	26
chalcogens	22	22
chalcopyrites	27	27
chaldrons	17	17
chalehs	15	15
chalets	13	13
chalices	17	17
chalkboards	25	25
chalkiest	19	19
chalks	16	16
challahs	17	17
challas	14	14
challengers	21	21
challenges	20	20
challies	15	15
challis	14	14
challises	16	16
chalones	15	15