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
cowbells	19	19
cowberries	19	19
cowbinds	19	19
cowbirds	18	18
cowboys	18	18
cowcatchers	25	25
cowers	12	12
cowfish	18	18
cowfishes	20	20
cowflaps	21	21
cowflops	21	21
cowgirls	17	17
cowhages	18	18
cowhands	18	18
cowherbs	19	19
cowherds	17	17
cowhides	17	17
cowiest	13	13
cowinners	17	17
cowlicks	22	22
cowlings	18	18
cowls	12	12
cowlstaff	22	22
cowlstaffs	23	23
coworkers	19	19