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
deporters	13	13
deportments	19	19
deports	11	11
deposal	12	12
deposals	13	13
depose	10	10
deposed	12	12
deposer	11	11
deposers	12	12
deposes	11	11
deposing	15	15
deposit	11	11
depositaries	16	16
depositary	16	16
deposited	14	14
depositing	17	17
deposition	15	15
depositional	18	18
depositions	16	16
depositor	13	13
depositories	16	16
depositors	14	14
depository	16	16
deposits	12	12
depots	10	10