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
passiveness	19	19
passives	15	15
passivism	19	19
passivisms	20	20
passivist	16	16
passivists	17	17
passivities	18	18
passivity	18	18
passkey	16	16
passkeys	17	17
passless	12	12
passover	15	15
passovers	16	16
passport	14	14
passports	15	15
passus	10	10
passuses	12	12
password	15	15
passwords	16	16
past	7	7
pasta	8	8
pastas	9	9
paste	8	8
pasteboard	17	17
pasteboards	18	18