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
coalesced	17	17
coalescence	22	22
coalescences	23	23
coalescent	18	18
coalesces	16	16
coalescing	20	20
coalfaces	19	19
coalfields	19	19
coalfish	17	17
coalfishes	19	19
coalholes	16	16
coaliest	12	12
coalifications	25	25
coalifies	16	16
coalitionist	17	17
coalitionists	18	18
coalitions	15	15
coalless	13	13
coalpits	15	15
coals	9	9
coalsack	19	19
coalsacks	20	20
coalshed	15	15
coalsheds	16	16
coalyards	16	16