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
constrained	17	17
constrainedly	22	22
constraining	20	20
constrains	15	15
constraint	15	15
constraints	16	16
constrict	16	16
constricted	19	19
constricting	22	22
constriction	20	20
constrictions	21	21
constrictive	23	23
constrictor	18	18
constrictors	19	19
constricts	17	17
constringe	17	17
constringed	19	19
constringent	20	20
constringes	18	18
constringing	22	22
construable	20	20
construal	15	15
construals	16	16
construct	17	17
constructable	25	25