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
disappeared	19	19
disappearing	22	22
disappears	17	17
disappoint	18	18
disappointed	21	21
disappointedly	26	26
disappointing	24	24
disappointingly	29	29
disappointment	26	26
disappointments	27	27
disappoints	19	19
disapprobation	25	25
disapprobations	26	26
disapproval	23	23
disapprovals	24	24
disapprove	21	21
disapproved	23	23
disapprover	22	22
disapprovers	23	23
disapproves	22	22
disapproving	26	26
disapprovingly	31	31
disarm	10	10
disarmament	19	19
disarmaments	20	20