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
crits	8	8
critters	11	11
critturs	12	12
croakers	15	15
croakiest	16	16
croaks	13	13
croceines	16	16
croceins	15	15
crocheters	18	18
crochets	16	16
crocidolites	20	20
crockeries	20	20
crockets	18	18
crockpots	22	22
crocks	16	16
crocodiles	18	18
crocoites	15	15
crocs	11	11
crocus	13	13
crocuses	15	15
crofters	14	14
crofts	12	12
croissant	13	13
croissants	14	14
crojiks	23	23