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
dishier	10	10
dishiest	11	11
dishing	13	13
dishlike	16	16
dishonest	13	13
dishonesties	16	16
dishonestly	18	18
dishonesty	16	16
dishonor	12	12
dishonorable	20	20
dishonorably	22	22
dishonored	15	15
dishonorer	14	14
dishonorers	15	15
dishonoring	18	18
dishonors	13	13
dishpan	14	14
dishpans	15	15
dishrag	12	12
dishrags	13	13
dishware	14	14
dishwares	15	15
dishwasher	18	18
dishwashers	19	19
dishwater	15	15