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
compost	16	16
compostable	24	24
composted	19	19
composter	18	18
composters	19	19
composting	22	22
composts	17	17
composure	19	19
composures	20	20
compotes	17	17
compounders	23	23
compounds	21	21
compradores	21	21
compradors	20	20
comprehends	24	24
comprehensible	30	30
comprehensibly	32	32
comprehension	26	26
comprehensions	27	27
comprehensive	29	29
comprehensively	34	34
compress	17	17
compressed	20	20
compressedly	25	25
compresses	19	19