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
allelisms	15	15
allelomorph	22	22
allelomorphic	27	27
allelomorphism	28	28
allelomorphisms	29	29
allelomorphs	23	23
allelopathic	23	23
allelopathies	21	21
allelopathy	21	21
alleluia	12	12
alleluias	13	13
allemande	16	16
allemandes	17	17
allergen	13	13
allergenic	18	18
allergenicities	23	23
allergenicity	23	23
allergens	14	14
allergic	15	15
allergies	13	13
allergin	13	13
allergins	14	14
allergist	13	13
allergists	14	14
allergy	13	13