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
clearways	18	18
clearwings	20	20
cleats	10	10
cleavages	19	19
cleavers	16	16
cleaves	15	15
cleeks	14	14
clefs	12	12
clefts	13	13
clegs	11	11
cleistogamic	24	24
cleistogamous	23	23
cleistogamously	28	28
cleistogamy	22	22
clematis	15	15
clematises	17	17
clemencies	21	21
clementines	20	20
clenchers	19	19
clenches	18	18
cleomes	14	14
clepes	13	13
clepsydra	19	19
clepsydrae	20	20
clepsydras	20	20