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
lycea	11	11
lychgate	18	18
lychgates	19	19
lymphadenitis	26	26
lymphadenitises	28	28
lymphadenopathy	35	35
lymphangiogram	33	33
lymphangiograms	34	34
lymphatic	23	23
lymphatically	31	31
lymphatics	24	24
lymphedema	25	25
lymphedemas	26	26
lymphoblast	26	26
lymphoblastic	31	31
lymphoblasts	27	27
lymphogram	26	26
lymphograms	27	27
lymphogranuloma	34	34
lymphographic	34	34
lymphographies	32	32
lymphography	32	32
lymphoma	22	22
lymphomas	23	23
lymphomata	24	24