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
alienage 12 12
alienages 13 13
alienate 10 10
alienated 12 12
alienates 11 11
alienating 15 15
alienation 13 13
alienations 14 14
alienator 11 11
alienators 12 12
aliened 10 10
alienee 9 9
alienees 10 10
aliener 9 9
alieners 10 10
aliening 13 13
alienism 13 13
alienisms 14 14
alienist 10 10
alienists 11 11
alienly 12 12
alienness 12 12
aliennesses 14 14
alienor 9 9
alienors 10 10

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