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
cheesesteaks	21	21
cheesier	13	13
cheesiest	14	14
cheesily	16	16
cheesiness	16	16
cheesing	16	16
cheesy	13	13
cheetahs	15	15
chefdoms	20	20
chefs	13	13
chegoes	14	14
chelas	12	12
chelates	14	14
chelations	17	17
chelators	15	15
chelipeds	19	19
cheloids	15	15
chelonians	18	18
chemicals	21	21
chemics	18	18
chemiosmotic	26	26
chemise	15	15
chemises	16	16
chemisette	18	18
chemisettes	19	19