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
courantes	14	14
courantoes	15	15
courantos	14	14
courants	13	13
courgettes	16	16
couriers	12	12
courlans	14	14
course	10	10
coursed	12	12
courser	11	11
coursers	12	12
courses	11	11
courseware	17	17
coursewares	18	18
coursing	15	15
coursings	16	16
courteous	14	14
courteously	19	19
courteousness	19	19
courters	12	12
courtesan	14	14
courtesans	15	15
courtesied	15	15
courtesies	14	14
courtesy	14	14