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
aliased	9	9
aliases	8	8
aliasing	12	12
aliasings	13	13
alibies	11	11
alibis	10	10
alidades	11	11
alidads	10	10
alienages	13	13
alienates	11	11
alienations	14	14
alienators	12	12
alienees	10	10
alieners	10	10
alienism	13	13
alienisms	14	14
alienist	10	10
alienists	11	11
alienness	12	12
aliennesses	14	14
alienors	10	10
aliens	8	8
alifs	9	9
alightments	20	20
alights	12	12