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
disliking	18	18
dislimn	13	13
dislimned	16	16
dislimning	19	19
dislimns	14	14
dislocate	14	14
dislocated	16	16
dislocates	15	15
dislocating	19	19
dislocation	17	17
dislocations	18	18
dislodge	13	13
dislodged	15	15
dislodgement	21	21
dislodgements	22	22
dislodges	14	14
dislodging	18	18
dislodgment	20	20
dislodgments	21	21
disloyal	13	13
disloyally	18	18
disloyalties	17	17
disloyalty	17	17
dismal	11	11
dismaler	13	13