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
abradant	13	13
abradants	14	14
abrade	10	10
abraded	12	12
abrader	11	11
abraders	12	12
abrades	11	11
abrading	15	15
abrasion	12	12
abrasions	13	13
abrasive	15	15
abrasively	20	20
abrasiveness	20	20
abrasives	16	16
abreact	13	13
abreacted	16	16
abreacting	19	19
abreaction	17	17
abreactions	18	18
abreacts	14	14
abreast	10	10
abri	7	7
abridge	13	13
abridged	15	15
abridgement	21	21