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
allethrin	14	14
allethrins	15	15
alleviate	15	15
alleviated	17	17
alleviates	16	16
alleviating	20	20
alleviation	18	18
alleviations	19	19
alleviator	16	16
alleviators	17	17
alley	9	9
alleys	10	10
alleyway	17	17
alleyways	18	18
allheal	12	12
allheals	13	13
alliable	14	14
alliaceous	16	16
alliak	12	12
alliaks	13	13
alliance	14	14
alliances	15	15
allicin	13	13
allicins	14	14
allied	9	9