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
chincherinchees	32	32
chinches	19	19
chinchiest	21	21
chinchillas	24	24
chines	12	12
chings	14	14
chinkapins	24	24
chinkiest	19	19
chinks	16	16
chinless	15	15
chinois	13	13
chinoiserie	17	17
chinoiseries	18	18
chinoises	15	15
chinones	15	15
chinooks	18	18
chinos	12	12
chinquapins	31	31
chins	11	11
chinse	12	12
chinsed	14	14
chinses	13	13
chinsing	17	17
chinstrap	18	18
chints	12	12