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
coassuming	20	20
coast	8	8
coastal	11	11
coasted	11	11
coaster	10	10
coasters	11	11
coastguard	17	17
coastguardman	24	24
coastguardmen	24	24
coastguards	18	18
coastguardsman	25	25
coastguardsmen	25	25
coasting	14	14
coastings	15	15
coastland	15	15
coastlands	16	16
coastline	14	14
coastlines	15	15
coasts	9	9
coastward	16	16
coastwards	17	17
coastwise	15	15
coatdress	13	13
coatdresses	15	15
coatees	10	10