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
alpenstock	22	22
alpenstocks	23	23
alpha	11	11
alphabet	17	17
alphabeted	20	20
alphabetic	22	22
alphabetical	25	25
alphabetically	30	30
alphabeting	23	23
alphabetization	34	34
alphabetize	29	29
alphabetized	31	31
alphabetizer	30	30
alphabetizers	31	31
alphabetizes	30	30
alphabetizing	34	34
alphabets	18	18
alphameric	22	22
alphanumeric	26	26
alphanumerical	29	29
alphanumerics	27	27
alphas	12	12
alphorn	14	14
alphorns	15	15
alphosis	14	14