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
cistern	11	11
cisterna	12	12
cisternae	13	13
cisternal	14	14
cisterns	12	12
cistron	11	11
cistronic	16	16
cistrons	12	12
cists	8	8
cistus	10	10
cistuses	12	12
citadels	13	13
citations	13	13
citators	11	11
citers	9	9
cites	8	8
citharas	13	13
citherns	14	14
cithers	12	12
cithrens	14	14
cities	9	9
citifications	23	23
citifies	14	14
citizeness	23	23
citizenesses	25	25