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
paries	9	9
parietal	12	12
parietals	13	13
parietes	11	11
paring	12	12
parings	13	13
paris	8	8
parises	10	10
parish	11	11
parishes	13	13
parishioner	17	17
parishioners	18	18
parities	11	11
parity	11	11
park	11	11
parka	12	12
parkade	15	15
parkades	16	16
parkas	13	13
parked	14	14
parker	13	13
parkers	14	14
parkette	15	15
parkettes	16	16
parkier	14	14