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
lamedhs	14	14
lameds	11	11
lamella	13	13
lamellae	14	14
lamellar	14	14
lamellas	14	14
lamellate	15	15
lamellately	20	20
lamellibranch	28	28
lamellibranchs	29	29
lamely	13	13
lameness	13	13
lamenesses	15	15
lament	11	11
lamentable	19	19
lamentableness	24	24
lamentably	21	21
lamentation	17	17
lamented	14	14
lamentedly	19	19
lamenter	13	13
lamenters	14	14
lamenting	17	17
laments	12	12
lamer	9	9