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
anadems	12	12
anadiploses	17	17
anadiplosis	17	17
anadromous	16	16
anaemia	11	11
anaemias	12	12
anaemic	14	14
anaerobe	12	12
anaerobes	13	13
anaerobic	16	16
anaerobically	24	24
anaerobioses	16	16
anaerobiosis	16	16
anaesthesia	14	14
anaesthesiology	23	23
anaesthetic	17	17
anaesthetise	15	15
anaesthetised	17	17
anaesthetises	16	16
anaesthetising	20	20
anaesthetist	15	15
anaesthetists	16	16
anagen	10	10
anageneses	14	14
anagenesis	14	14