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
alfredo	12	12
alfresco	15	15
alga	7	7
algae	8	8
algaecide	16	16
algaecides	17	17
algal	9	9
algaroba	14	14
algarobas	15	15
algarroba	15	15
algarrobas	16	16
algarrobo	15	15
algarrobos	16	16
algas	8	8
algebra	13	13
algebraic	18	18
algebraically	26	26
algebraist	16	16
algebraists	17	17
algebras	14	14
algerine	12	12
algerines	13	13
algicidal	17	17
algicide	15	15
algicides	16	16