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
cineasts	12	12
cinemagoers	20	20
cinemas	14	14
cinematheques	32	32
cinematizes	27	27
cinematographs	28	28
cineoles	13	13
cineols	12	12
cinephiles	20	20
cinerarias	14	14
cinereous	14	14
cinerins	13	13
cines	9	9
cinnabars	17	17
cinnamons	18	18
cinnamyls	20	20
cinqs	18	18
cinquains	24	24
cinquecentist	31	31
cinquecentists	32	32
cinquefoils	29	29
cinques	21	21
cions	9	9
cioppinos	19	19
cipailles	17	17