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
cheapens	17	17
cheapest	16	16
cheapies	16	16
cheapish	18	18
cheapishly	23	23
cheapjacks	34	34
cheapness	18	18
cheapnesses	20	20
cheapos	15	15
cheaps	14	14
cheapskate	22	22
cheapskates	23	23
cheaters	13	13
cheatgrass	17	17
cheatgrasses	19	19
cheats	11	11
chebecs	18	18
chechakos	23	23
checkbooks	29	29
checkboxes	32	32
checkerberries	29	29
checkerboards	29	29
checkers	20	20
checkless	22	22
checklist	22	22