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
amaranthine	18	18
amaranths	15	15
amarelle	13	13
amarelles	14	14
amaretti	11	11
amaretto	11	11
amarettos	12	12
amarna	10	10
amarone	11	11
amarones	12	12
amaryllis	16	16
amaryllises	18	18
amas	7	7
amass	8	8
amassed	11	11
amasser	10	10
amassers	11	11
amasses	10	10
amassing	14	14
amassment	16	16
amassments	17	17
amateur	11	11
amateurish	16	16
amateurishly	21	21
amateurishness	21	21