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
discerning	18	18
discerningly	23	23
discernment	20	20
discernments	21	21
discerns	13	13
discharge	17	17
dischargeable	25	25
discharged	19	19
dischargee	18	18
dischargees	19	19
discharger	18	18
dischargers	19	19
discharges	18	18
discharging	22	22
disci	9	9
disciform	19	19
discing	14	14
disciple	16	16
discipled	18	18
disciples	17	17
discipleship	25	25
discipleships	26	26
disciplinable	26	26
disciplinal	21	21
disciplinarian	24	24