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
largos	9	9
lari	5	5
lariat	7	7
lariated	10	10
lariating	13	13
lariats	8	8
larigan	11	11
larigans	12	12
larine	8	8
laris	6	6
lark	9	9
larked	12	12
larker	11	11
larkers	12	12
larkier	12	12
larkiest	13	13
larkiness	15	15
larkinesses	17	17
larking	15	15
larkish	14	14
larks	10	10
larksome	16	16
larkspur	17	17
larkspurs	18	18
larky	12	12