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
dissolutions	16	16
dissolvable	21	21
dissolve	14	14
dissolved	16	16
dissolvent	17	17
dissolvents	18	18
dissolver	15	15
dissolvers	16	16
dissolves	15	15
dissolving	19	19
dissonance	16	16
dissonances	17	17
dissonant	12	12
dissonantly	17	17
dissuade	11	11
dissuaded	13	13
dissuader	12	12
dissuaders	13	13
dissuades	12	12
dissuading	16	16
dissuasion	13	13
dissuasions	14	14
dissuasive	16	16
dissuasively	21	21
dissuasiveness	21	21