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
amenabilities	21	21
amenders	13	13
amendments	19	19
amends	11	11
amenities	13	13
amenorrheas	17	17
amens	9	9
amentias	12	12
amentiferous	20	20
aments	10	10
amercements	21	21
amercers	14	14
amerces	13	13
americiums	20	20
amesace	13	13
amesaces	14	14
amethyst	15	15
amethystine	19	19
amethysts	16	16
ametropias	16	16
amiabilities	19	19
amiableness	19	19
amiantus	13	13
amiantuses	15	15
amias	8	8