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
allopurinols	20	20
allosaur	11	11
allosaurs	12	12
allosaurus	14	14
allosauruses	16	16
allosteric	15	15
allosterically	23	23
allosteries	13	13
allostery	13	13
allot	7	7
allotetraploid	21	21
allotetraploids	22	22
allotetraploidy	24	24
allotment	15	15
allotments	16	16
allotrope	14	14
allotropes	15	15
allotropic	18	18
allotropies	16	16
allotropy	16	16
allots	8	8
allotted	11	11
allottee	10	10
allottees	11	11
allotter	10	10