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
loans	7	7
loanword	14	14
loanwords	15	15
loath	8	8
loathe	9	9
loathed	11	11
loather	10	10
loathers	11	11
loathes	10	10
loathful	16	16
loathing	14	14
loathings	15	15
loathly	13	13
loathness	13	13
loathnesses	15	15
loathsome	15	15
loathsomely	20	20
loathsomeness	20	20
loaves	11	11
lobar	9	9
lobate	10	10
lobated	12	12
lobately	15	15
lobation	13	13
lobations	14	14