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
alguacil 16 16
alguacils 17 17
alguazil 22 22
alguazils 23 23
algum 12 12
algums 13 13
alias 6 6
aliased 9 9
aliases 8 8
aliasing 12 12
aliasings 13 13
alibi 9 9
alibied 12 12
alibies 11 11
alibiing 15 15
alibis 10 10
alible 11 11
alicyclic 22 22
alidad 9 9
alidade 10 10
alidades 11 11
alidads 10 10
alien 7 7
alienability 20 20
alienable 15 15

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