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
discordance	20	20
discordances	21	21
discordancies	22	22
discordancy	22	22
discordant	16	16
discordantly	21	21
discorded	15	15
discording	18	18
discords	13	13
discos	10	10
discotheque	27	27
discotheques	28	28
discount	14	14
discountable	22	22
discounted	17	17
discountenance	25	25
discountenanced	27	27
discountenances	26	26
discounter	16	16
discounters	17	17
discounting	20	20
discounts	15	15
discourage	17	17
discourageable	25	25
discouraged	19	19