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
curriers	12	12
curries	11	11
currish	13	13
currishly	18	18
currs	9	9
currycombs	25	25
curs	8	8
curse	9	9
cursed	11	11
curseder	13	13
cursedest	14	14
cursedly	16	16
cursedness	16	16
curser	10	10
cursers	11	11
curses	10	10
cursillo	14	14
cursillos	15	15
cursing	14	14
cursive	15	15
cursively	20	20
cursiveness	20	20
cursives	16	16
cursor	10	10
cursorial	14	14