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
diversifies	19	19
diversify	19	19
diversifying	25	25
diversion	15	15
diversionary	20	20
diversionist	18	18
diversionists	19	19
diversions	16	16
diversities	16	16
diversity	16	16
diverters	14	14
diverticulitis	24	24
diverticuloses	24	24
diverticulosis	24	24
divertimentos	22	22
divertissement	23	23
divertissements	24	24
diverts	12	12
dives	10	10
divest	11	11
divested	14	14
divesting	17	17
divestiture	17	17
divestitures	18	18
divestment	19	19