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
alumnae	13	13
alumni	12	12
alumnus	14	14
alumroot	13	13
alumroots	14	14
alums	10	10
alunite	10	10
alunites	11	11
alvar	10	10
alvars	11	11
alveolar	14	14
alveolarly	19	19
alveolars	15	15
alveolate	15	15
alveoli	13	13
alveolus	15	15
alvine	12	12
alway	11	11
always	12	12
alyssum	14	14
alyssums	15	15
am	5	5
ama	6	6
amadavat	16	16
amadavats	17	17