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
deforesting	18	18
deforests	13	13
deformalizes	29	29
deformations	20	20
deformers	16	16
deformities	18	18
deforms	14	14
defragmenters	23	23
defragments	21	21
defrags	13	13
defrauders	16	16
defrauds	14	14
defrayals	16	16
defrayers	15	15
defrays	13	13
defriends	15	15
defrocks	19	19
defrost	11	11
defrosted	14	14
defroster	13	13
defrosters	14	14
defrosting	17	17
defrosts	12	12
deftest	11	11
deftness	13	13