Words with the letter A

The letter A is one of the most versatile and frequently used tiles in Scrabble, valued at just 1 point but essential for forming a wide range of words. Because it appears often in English words, having a strong grasp of words containing A can open many scoring opportunities. Short words like an, as, at, and ax are particularly useful for quick plays and fitting into tight spaces on the board. Strategically placing the letter A on double or triple word score tiles can multiply your points, even though A itself has a low point value.

In addition to being common, the letter A serves as a crucial vowel that helps connect consonants and form longer words. Adding A to existing words can create new variations and increase your chances of scoring multiple words in one turn. For example, turning cat into cats or ran into rain can generate extra points and open up new possibilities on the board. Mastering the use of A in your gameplay is key to building a flexible and effective Scrabble strategy.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
aficionado	18	18
aficionados	19	19
afield	11	11
afire	8	8
aflame	13	13
aflatoxin	21	21
aflatoxins	22	22
afloat	10	10
aflutter	13	13
afoot	8	8
afore	8	8
aforementioned	23	23
aforesaid	13	13
aforethought	22	22
afoul	10	10
afraid	10	10
afreet	9	9
afreets	10	10
afresh	11	11
afrit	8	8
afrits	9	9
afro	7	7
afros	8	8
aft	6	6
after	8	8