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
akrasias	12	12
akvavits	20	20
alabaster	13	13
alabasters	14	14
alabastrine	16	16
alachlors	16	16
alacrities	14	14
alacritous	15	15
alamedas	13	13
alamodes	13	13
alamos	10	10
alands	9	9
alanines	11	11
alanins	10	10
alans	7	7
alants	8	8
alanyls	12	12
alarmism	15	15
alarmisms	16	16
alarmist	12	12
alarmists	13	13
alarms	10	10
alarums	12	12
alas	5	5
alaska	11	11