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
alkalies	14	14
alkalifies	19	19
alkalinities	19	19
alkalinizations	32	32
alkalinizes	27	27
alkalis	13	13
alkalise	14	14
alkalised	16	16
alkalises	15	15
alkalising	19	19
alkalizes	24	24
alkaloids	16	16
alkaloses	15	15
alkalosis	15	15
alkanes	13	13
alkanets	14	14
alkenes	13	13
alkies	11	11
alkines	13	13
alkoxides	22	22
alkyds	14	14
alkylates	17	17
alkylations	20	20
alkyls	14	14
alkynes	15	15