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
anthodia	12	12
anthoid	11	11
anthological	22	22
anthologies	17	17
anthologist	17	17
anthologists	18	18
anthologize	26	26
anthologized	28	28
anthologizer	27	27
anthologizers	28	28
anthologizes	27	27
anthologizing	31	31
anthology	17	17
anthophilous	22	22
anthophyllite	25	25
anthophyllites	26	26
anthozoan	22	22
anthozoans	23	23
anthracene	17	17
anthracenes	18	18
anthraces	15	15
anthracite	16	16
anthracites	17	17
anthracitic	20	20
anthracnose	18	18