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
chromes	15	15
chromides	18	18
chromiest	17	17
chrominances	25	25
chromings	20	20
chromis	15	15
chromites	17	17
chromiums	21	21
chromizes	26	26
chromocenters	25	25
chromodynamics	32	32
chromogens	21	21
chromolies	19	19
chromomeres	22	22
chromophores	25	25
chromoplast	23	23
chromoplasts	24	24
chromoproteins	26	26
chromos	15	15
chromosomal	23	23
chromosomally	28	28
chromosome	21	21
chromosomes	22	22
chromosphere	25	25
chromospheres	26	26