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
devocalizes	29	29
devoices	16	16
devoirs	12	12
devolutionist	21	21
devolutionists	22	22
devolutions	19	19
devolves	18	18
devons	12	12
devotedness	18	18
devotees	13	13
devotes	12	12
devotions	15	15
devourers	15	15
devours	13	13
devoutest	15	15
devoutness	17	17
devs	9	9
dewans	11	11
dewars	10	10
dewaterers	14	14
dewaters	12	12
dewaxes	18	18
dewberries	17	17
dewclaws	19	19
dewdrops	16	16