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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
ailerons 10 10
ailing 10 10
ailment 12 12
ailments 13 13
ails 5 5
ailurophile 19 19
ailurophiles 20 20
ailurophobe 21 21
ailurophobes 22 22
aim 6 6
aimed 9 9
aimer 8 8
aimers 9 9
aimful 14 14
aimfully 19 19
aiming 12 12
aimless 11 11
aimlessly 16 16
aimlessness 16 16
aims 7 7
ain 4 4
ains 5 5
ainsell 10 10
ainsells 11 11
aioli 6 6

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