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
lobelia	12	12
lobelias	13	13
lobsterman	18	18
lobtail	12	12
lobtailed	15	15
lobtailing	18	18
lobtails	13	13
lobular	13	13
lobulate	14	14
lobulated	16	16
lobulation	17	17
lobulations	18	18
loca	8	8
local	10	10
locale	11	11
locales	12	12
localise	13	13
localised	15	15
localises	14	14
localising	18	18
localism	16	16
localisms	17	17
localist	13	13
localists	14	14
localite	13	13