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
nongraduate	17	17
nongraduates	18	18
nongrammatical	28	28
nongranular	18	18
nongreasy	15	15
nongregarious	20	20
nonhalogenated	23	23
nonhappening	26	26
nonhappenings	27	27
nonhardy	15	15
nonharmonic	22	22
nonhazardous	27	27
nonhereditary	20	20
nonheterosexual	28	28
nonhierarchical	28	28
nonhistorical	21	21
nonhomosexual	29	29
nonhomosexuals	30	30
nonhormonal	20	20
nonhospital	19	19
nonhospitalized	33	33
nonhuman	17	17
nonhumans	18	18
nonhysterical	23	23
nonideal	12	12