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
peaks	12	12
peaky	14	14
peal	8	8
pealed	11	11
pealike	15	15
pealing	14	14
peals	9	9
pean	8	8
peans	9	9
peanut	11	11
peanuts	12	12
peanuttier	15	15
peanuttiest	16	16
peanutty	15	15
pear	7	7
pearl	9	9
pearlash	14	14
pearlashes	16	16
pearled	12	12
pearler	11	11
pearlers	12	12
pearlescence	23	23
pearlescent	19	19
pearlier	12	12
pearlies	12	12