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
cowpats	16	16
cowpeas	16	16
cowpies	16	16
cowplops	21	21
cowpokes	21	21
cowpoxes	24	24
cowpunchers	27	27
cowpunks	23	23
cowries	13	13
cowriters	15	15
cowrites	14	14
cows	10	10
cowshed	16	16
cowsheds	17	17
cowskin	18	18
cowskins	19	19
cowslip	17	17
cowslips	18	18
cowtowns	18	18
coxalgias	22	22
coxalgies	22	22
coxcombries	30	30
coxcombs	27	27
coxes	15	15
coxitides	20	20