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
alohas	9	9
aloin	7	7
aloins	8	8
alone	7	7
aloneness	12	12
alonenesses	14	14
along	9	9
alongshore	16	16
alongside	14	14
aloof	9	9
aloofly	14	14
aloofness	14	14
aloofnesses	16	16
alopecia	15	15
alopecias	16	16
alopecic	18	18
aloud	8	8
alow	8	8
alp	7	7
alpaca	13	13
alpacas	14	14
alpenglow	20	20
alpenglows	21	21
alpenhorn	17	17
alpenhorns	18	18