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
manic	12	12
manically	20	20
manicotti	16	16
manics	13	13
manicure	16	16
manicured	18	18
manicures	17	17
manicuring	21	21
manicurist	18	18
manicurists	19	19
manifest	15	15
manifestant	19	19
manifestants	20	20
manifestation	21	21
manifestations	22	22
manifested	18	18
manifester	17	17
manifesters	18	18
manifesting	21	21
manifestly	20	20
manifesto	16	16
manifestoed	19	19
manifestoes	18	18
manifestoing	22	22
manifestos	17	17