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
ottars	6	6
ottava	10	10
ottavas	11	11
ottoman	11	11
ottomans	12	12
ouabain	12	12
ouabains	13	13
ougiya	11	11
ougiyas	12	12
ouguiya	13	13
ouguiyas	14	14
ourang	10	10
ourangs	11	11
ourari	7	7
ouraris	8	8
outachieve	20	20
outachieved	22	22
outachieves	21	21
outachieving	25	25
outact	10	10
outacted	13	13
outacting	16	16
outacts	11	11
outadd	9	9
outadded	12	12