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
nonspeaking	23	23
nonspecialist	22	22
nonspecialists	23	23
nonspecifically	33	33
nonspectacular	27	27
nonspeculative	28	28
nonspherical	23	23
nonstandard	16	16
nonstarter	12	12
nonstarters	13	13
nonstationary	18	18
nonstatistical	20	20
nonsteady	14	14
nonsteroidal	16	16
nonstrategic	19	19
nonstructural	21	21
nonsugar	13	13
nonsugars	14	14
nonsurgical	20	20
nonsymmetrical	28	28
nontarget	13	13
nontariff	17	17
nontax	15	15
nontaxable	23	23
nontaxes	17	17