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
airshow	12	12
airshows	13	13
airsick	14	14
airsickness	19	19
airsicknesses	21	21
airside	8	8
airsides	9	9
airsome	10	10
airspace	14	14
airspaces	15	15
airspeed	12	12
airspeeds	13	13
airstream	12	12
airstreams	13	13
airstrip	11	11
airstrips	12	12
airths	8	8
airtightness	17	17
airtightnesses	19	19
airtimes	11	11
airtrams	11	11
airts	5	5
airvacs	14	14
airwaves	15	15
airways	12	12