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
codecs	13	13
codefendants	22	22
codeias	11	11
codeinas	13	13
codeines	13	13
codeins	12	12
codeless	13	13
codens	11	11
codependences	26	26
codependencies	27	27
codependents	22	22
coderives	17	17
coders	10	10
codes	9	9
codesign	15	15
codesigned	18	18
codesigning	21	21
codesigns	16	16
codevelopers	24	24
codevelops	22	22
codexes	18	18
codfish	16	16
codfishes	18	18
codgers	13	13
codices	14	14