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
nonrenewals	18	18
nonrepayable	23	23
nonresidential	19	19
nonresistance	19	19
nonresistances	20	20
nonresistant	15	15
nonresistants	16	16
nonresonant	15	15
nonretractile	19	19
nonretroactive	23	23
nonreturnable	21	21
nonreturnables	22	22
nonreusable	18	18
nonrival	15	15
nonrivals	16	16
nonrotating	16	16
nonroyal	13	13
nonruminant	19	19
nonruminants	20	20
nonrural	12	12
nonsalable	17	17
nonsaline	13	13
nonsaponifiable	28	28
nonseasonal	15	15
nonsectarian	18	18