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
mailed	11	11
mailer	10	10
mailers	11	11
mailes	10	10
mailing	14	14
mailings	15	15
maill	10	10
mailless	13	13
maillot	12	12
maillots	13	13
maills	11	11
mailman	15	15
mailmen	15	15
mailroom	15	15
mailrooms	16	16
mails	9	9
mailshot	14	14
mailshots	15	15
maim	10	10
maimed	13	13
maimer	12	12
maimers	13	13
maiming	16	16
maims	11	11
main	8	8