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
chironomids	21	21
chiropodies	20	20
chiropodist	20	20
chiropodists	21	21
chiropractics	27	27
chiropractors	24	24
chiropterans	21	21
chiros	11	11
chirpers	16	16
chirpiest	17	17
chirpiness	19	19
chirps	14	14
chirres	12	12
chirrs	11	11
chirrups	17	17
chirurgeons	20	20
chirus	12	12
chis	9	9
chisel	12	12
chiseled	15	15
chiseler	14	14
chiselers	15	15
chiseling	18	18
chiselled	17	17
chiseller	16	16