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
anatomist	13	13
anatomists	14	14
anatomize	22	22
anatomized	24	24
anatomizes	23	23
anatomizing	27	27
anatomy	13	13
anatoxin	17	17
anatoxins	18	18
anatropous	15	15
anatto	7	7
anattos	8	8
ancestor	12	12
ancestored	15	15
ancestoring	18	18
ancestors	13	13
ancestral	14	14
ancestrally	19	19
ancestress	14	14
ancestresses	16	16
ancestries	14	14
ancestry	14	14
ancho	11	11
anchor	12	12
anchorage	17	17