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
alkanet	13	13
alkanets	14	14
alkene	12	12
alkenes	13	13
alkie	10	10
alkies	11	11
alkine	12	12
alkines	13	13
alkoxide	21	21
alkoxides	22	22
alkoxy	20	20
alky	11	11
alkyd	13	13
alkyds	14	14
alkyl	13	13
alkylate	16	16
alkylated	18	18
alkylates	17	17
alkylating	21	21
alkylation	19	19
alkylations	20	20
alkylic	18	18
alkyls	14	14
alkyne	14	14
alkynes	15	15