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
abortions	13	13
abortive	15	15
abortively	20	20
abortiveness	20	20
aborts	9	9
abortus	11	11
abortuses	13	13
abought	15	15
aboulia	12	12
aboulias	13	13
aboulic	15	15
abound	12	12
abounded	15	15
abounding	18	18
abounds	13	13
about	9	9
above	12	12
aboveboard	21	21
aboveground	23	23
aboves	13	13
abracadabra	21	21
abracadabras	22	22
abrachia	16	16
abrachias	17	17
abradable	17	17