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
akin	9	9
akinesia	13	13
akinesias	14	14
akinetic	16	16
akrasia	11	11
akrasias	12	12
akratic	14	14
akvavit	19	19
akvavits	20	20
al	3	3
ala	4	4
alabaster	13	13
alabasters	14	14
alabastrine	16	16
alachlor	15	15
alachlors	16	16
alack	13	13
alacrities	14	14
alacritous	15	15
alacrity	14	14
alae	5	5
alameda	12	12
alamedas	13	13
alamo	9	9
alamode	12	12