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
defilades	15	15
defilements	20	20
defilers	13	13
defiles	12	12
definements	20	20
definers	13	13
defines	12	12
definiens	15	15
definiteness	18	18
definites	14	14
definitions	17	17
definitiveness	24	24
definitives	20	20
definitizes	25	25
defis	9	9
deflagrates	18	18
deflagrations	21	21
deflaters	14	14
deflates	13	13
deflations	16	16
deflators	14	14
defleas	12	12
deflections	20	20
deflectors	18	18
deflects	16	16