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
koan	9	9
koans	10	10
koas	8	8
kobocha	19	19
kobochas	20	20
kochia	15	15
kochias	16	16
kofta	12	12
koftas	13	13
kohlrabi	18	18
kohlrabies	20	20
kokam	16	16
kokams	17	17
kokanee	16	16
kokanees	17	17
kola	9	9
kolacky	21	21
kolas	10	10
kolbasi	15	15
kolbasis	16	16
kolbassa	16	16
kolbassas	17	17
kolbassi	16	16
kolbassis	17	17
komatik	18	18