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
counterargues	21	21
counterassault	21	21
counterassaults	22	22
counterattacks	26	26
counterbalances	28	28
counterbids	20	20
counterblast	21	21
counterblasts	22	22
counterblows	24	24
counterchanges	27	27
countercharges	26	26
counterchecks	30	30
counterclaims	25	25
countercoups	24	24
countercries	20	20
countercultures	26	26
countercurrents	25	25
counterdemands	25	25
counterefforts	25	25
counterexamples	34	34
counterfeiters	22	22
counterfeits	20	20
counterflows	24	24
counterfoils	21	21
counterforces	24	24