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
demeanours	16	16
demeans	12	12
dementedness	19	19
dementias	14	14
dementis	13	13
dements	12	12
demeraras	13	13
demergers	15	15
demerges	14	14
demerits	12	12
demersal	13	13
demes	9	9
demesne	12	12
demesnes	13	13
demethylates	21	21
demethylations	24	24
demetons	13	13
demies	10	10
demigoddess	19	19
demigoddesses	21	21
demigods	15	15
demijohns	25	25
demilitarizes	27	27
demilunes	16	16
demimondaines	23	23