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
mandolinists	19	19
mandolins	16	16
mandora	12	12
mandoras	13	13
mandorla	14	14
mandorlas	15	15
mandragora	17	17
mandragoras	18	18
mandrake	17	17
mandrakes	18	18
mandrel	13	13
mandrels	14	14
mandril	13	13
mandrill	15	15
mandrills	16	16
mandrils	14	14
mane	8	8
maneb	12	12
manebs	13	13
maned	10	10
manege	12	12
maneges	13	13
maneless	13	13
manes	9	9
maneuver	17	17