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
chowchows	25	25
chowderheads	24	24
chowders	17	17
chowhounds	23	23
chows	13	13
chowse	14	14
chowsed	16	16
chowses	15	15
chowsing	19	19
chowtimes	20	20
chresard	14	14
chresards	15	15
chrestomathies	24	24
chrestomathy	24	24
chrism	14	14
chrisma	15	15
chrismal	17	17
chrismation	20	20
chrismations	21	21
chrismon	17	17
chrismons	18	18
chrisms	15	15
chrisom	15	15
chrisoms	16	16
christen	14	14