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
parasitically	23	23
parasiticidal	21	21
parasiticide	19	19
parasiticides	20	20
parasitise	13	13
parasitised	15	15
parasitises	14	14
parasitising	18	18
parasitism	16	16
parasitisms	17	17
parasitization	27	27
parasitizations	28	28
parasitize	22	22
parasitized	24	24
parasitizes	23	23
parasitizing	27	27
parasitoid	14	14
parasitoids	15	15
parasitologic	22	22
parasitological	25	25
parasitologies	20	20
parasitologist	20	20
parasitologists	21	21
parasitology	20	20
parasitoses	14	14