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
alencons	14	14
alephs	12	12
alertest	9	9
alertness	11	11
alertnesses	13	13
alerts	7	7
ales	5	5
aleurones	12	12
aleurons	11	11
alevins	13	13
alewives	16	16
alexanders	20	20
alexandrines	23	23
alexandrites	22	22
alexias	15	15
alexines	17	17
alexins	16	16
alfakis	15	15
alfalfas	16	16
alfaquins	24	24
alfaquis	22	22
alfas	9	9
alforjas	21	21
alfresco	15	15
algaecides	17	17