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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
mayonnaises 18 18
mayor 10 10
mayoral 13 13
mayoralties 17 17
mayoralty 17 17
mayoress 13 13
mayoresses 15 15
mayors 11 11
mayos 10 10
maypole 16 16
maypoles 17 17
maypop 17 17
maypops 18 18
mays 9 9
mayst 10 10
mayvin 16 16
mayvins 17 17
mayweed 16 16
mayweeds 17 17
mazaedia 21 21
mazard 19 19
mazards 20 20
maze 16 16
mazed 18 18
mazedly 23 23

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