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
paronymies	19	19
paronymous	20	20
paronyms	17	17
paronymy	19	19
paroquet	21	21
paroquets	22	22
parosmia	14	14
parosmias	15	15
parotic	13	13
parotid	11	11
parotids	12	12
parotitis	12	12
parotitises	14	14
parotoid	12	12
parotoids	13	13
parous	10	10
parousia	12	12
parousias	13	13
paroxetine	21	21
paroxetines	22	22
paroxysm	23	23
paroxysmal	26	26
paroxysms	24	24
parquet	20	20
parqueted	23	23