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
anastigmatic	21	21
anastigmats	17	17
anastomose	14	14
anastomoses	15	15
anastomosis	15	15
anastomotic	18	18
anastrophe	16	16
anastrophes	17	17
anatase	8	8
anatases	9	9
anathema	14	14
anathemas	15	15
anathemata	16	16
anathematize	27	27
anathematized	29	29
anathematizes	28	28
anathematizing	32	32
anatomic	15	15
anatomical	18	18
anatomically	23	23
anatomies	13	13
anatomise	13	13
anatomised	15	15
anatomises	14	14
anatomising	18	18