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
ciders	10	10
cigarets	13	13
cigarettes	15	15
cigarillos	17	17
cigars	11	11
ciggies	14	14
cigs	9	9
ciguateras	16	16
cilantros	14	14
ciliates	12	12
ciliations	15	15
cilices	14	14
cimbaloms	22	22
cimetidines	19	19
cimices	16	16
cinches	16	16
cinchonas	19	19
cinchonines	22	22
cinchonism	23	23
cinchonisms	24	24
cinctures	17	17
cinders	12	12
cineast	11	11
cineaste	12	12
cineastes	13	13