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
cocatalysts	20	20
coccidioses	21	21
coccidiosis	21	21
coccids	17	17
coccoids	18	18
coccous	17	17
coccus	16	16
coccyges	21	21
coccyxes	26	26
cochairperson	25	25
cochairpersons	26	26
cochairs	16	16
cochampions	26	26
cochineals	20	20
cochins	16	16
cochleas	17	17
cocineras	16	16
cockades	19	19
cockalorums	26	26
cockapoos	22	22
cockatiels	21	21
cockatoos	19	19
cockatrices	24	24
cockbills	24	24
cockboats	22	22