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
odalisque	21	21
odalisques	22	22
odas	5	5
oddball	14	14
oddballs	15	15
oddsmaker	18	18
oddsmakers	19	19
odea	5	5
odograph	16	16
odographs	17	17
odonata	9	9
odonate	9	9
odonates	10	10
odontoblast	17	17
odontoblastic	22	22
odontoblasts	18	18
odorant	9	9
odorants	10	10
odyssean	12	12
oecumenical	23	23
oedema	10	10
oedemas	11	11
oedemata	12	12
oedipal	12	12
oedipally	17	17