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.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
charas	11	11
charases	13	13
charbroilers	21	21
charbroils	19	19
charcoals	18	18
charcuteries	21	21
chardonnays	21	21
chards	12	12
chares	11	11
charettes	14	14
chargehands	22	22
chargers	15	15
charges	14	14
chargings	19	19
chariest	13	13
chariness	15	15
charinesses	17	17
charioteers	16	16
chariots	13	13
charism	15	15
charisma	16	16
charismas	17	17
charismata	18	18
charismatic	22	22
charismatics	23	23