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
deflorations	18	18
deflowerers	19	19
deflowers	17	17
defoamers	16	16
defoams	14	14
defocus	15	15
defocused	18	18
defocuses	17	17
defocusing	21	21
defocussed	19	19
defocusses	18	18
defocussing	22	22
defoggers	17	17
defogs	12	12
defoliants	16	16
defoliates	15	15
defoliations	18	18
defoliators	16	16
deforcements	23	23
deforcers	16	16
deforces	15	15
deforest	12	12
deforestation	18	18
deforestations	19	19
deforested	15	15