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
paedogenic	20	20
paedomorphic	27	27
paedomorphism	28	28
paedomorphisms	29	29
paedomorphoses	26	26
paedomorphosis	26	26
paella	11	11
paellas	12	12
paeon	9	9
paeonic	14	14
paeons	10	10
paesan	10	10
paesani	11	11
paesano	11	11
paesanos	12	12
paesans	11	11
pagan	11	11
pagandom	18	18
pagandoms	19	19
paganise	14	14
paganised	16	16
paganises	15	15
paganish	16	16
paganising	19	19
paganism	17	17