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
altarpiece	17	17
altarpieces	18	18
altars	7	7
altazimuth	26	26
altazimuths	27	27
alter	6	6
alterability	19	19
alterable	14	14
alterably	16	16
alterant	10	10
alterants	11	11
alteration	12	12
alterations	13	13
altercate	13	13
altercated	15	15
altercates	14	14
altercating	18	18
altercation	16	16
altercations	17	17
altered	9	9
alterer	8	8
alterers	9	9
altering	12	12
alterities	11	11
alterity	11	11