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
oviraptors	17	17
ovisac	13	13
ovisacs	14	14
ovoidal	13	13
ovoidals	14	14
ovoviviparous	29	29
ovoviviparously	34	34
ovular	12	12
ovulary	15	15
ovulate	13	13
ovulated	15	15
ovulates	14	14
ovulating	18	18
ovulation	16	16
ovulations	17	17
ovulatory	17	17
ownable	15	15
oxacillin	22	22
oxacillins	23	23
oxalacetate	22	22
oxalacetates	23	23
oxalate	15	15
oxalated	17	17
oxalates	16	16
oxalating	20	20