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
amobarbitals	22	22
amoeba	12	12
amoebae	13	13
amoeban	14	14
amoebas	13	13
amoebean	15	15
amoebiases	16	16
amoebiasis	16	16
amoebic	16	16
amoebocyte	21	21
amoebocytes	22	22
amoeboid	15	15
amok	11	11
amoks	12	12
amole	9	9
amoles	10	10
among	11	11
amongst	13	13
amontillado	18	18
amontillados	19	19
amoral	10	10
amoralism	16	16
amoralisms	17	17
amoralities	15	15
amorality	15	15