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
churnings	19	19
churns	13	13
churrigueresque	34	34
churros	13	13
churrs	12	12
chuse	11	11
chused	13	13
chuses	12	12
chusing	16	16
chutes	12	12
chutist	13	13
chutists	14	14
chutnees	15	15
chutneys	17	17
chutzpahs	29	29
chutzpas	26	26
chyles	14	14
chylomicrons	27	27
chylous	16	16
chymes	16	16
chymics	20	20
chymist	17	17
chymists	18	18
chymosin	19	19
chymosins	20	20