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
amiss	8	8
amities	10	10
amitoses	11	11
amitosis	11	11
amitotic	14	14
amitotically	22	22
amitriptyline	23	23
amitriptylines	24	24
amitrole	12	12
amitroles	13	13
amity	10	10
ammeter	13	13
ammeters	14	14
ammine	13	13
ammines	14	14
ammino	13	13
ammo	10	10
ammocete	17	17
ammocetes	18	18
ammolite	15	15
ammolites	16	16
ammonal	15	15
ammonals	16	16
ammonia	14	14
ammoniac	18	18