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
ambivalences	27	27
ambiversion	22	22
ambiversions	23	23
ambiverts	19	19
amblers	14	14
ambles	13	13
amblyopias	22	22
amboinas	15	15
ambones	14	14
ambos	11	11
amboynas	17	17
ambries	13	13
ambroids	15	15
ambrosia	14	14
ambrosial	16	16
ambrosially	21	21
ambrosias	15	15
ambrotypes	21	21
ambsace	16	16
ambsaces	17	17
ambulances	22	22
ambulates	17	17
ambulations	20	20
ambulettes	18	18
ambuscade	20	20