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
cherrystones	20	20
cherrywoods	22	22
chertiest	14	14
cherts	11	11
cherubims	21	21
cherubs	16	16
chervils	18	18
cheshire	15	15
cheshires	16	16
chess	10	10
chessboard	19	19
chessboards	20	20
chesses	12	12
chessman	17	17
chessmen	17	17
chest	10	10
chested	13	13
chesterfield	22	22
chesterfields	23	23
chestful	18	18
chestfuls	19	19
chestier	13	13
chestiest	14	14
chestily	16	16
chestnut	15	15