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
abruptnesses	20	20
abs	6	6
abscess	13	13
abscessed	16	16
abscesses	15	15
abscessing	19	19
abscise	13	13
abscised	15	15
abscises	14	14
abscisin	15	15
abscising	18	18
abscisins	16	16
abscissa	14	14
abscissae	15	15
abscissas	15	15
abscission	17	17
abscissions	18	18
abscond	15	15
absconded	18	18
absconder	17	17
absconders	18	18
absconding	21	21
absconds	16	16
abseil	10	10
abseiled	13	13