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
pearliest	13	13
pearling	15	15
pearlite	12	12
pearlites	13	13
pearlitic	16	16
pearlized	23	23
pearls	10	10
pearly	12	12
pearmain	15	15
pearmains	16	16
pears	8	8
peart	8	8
pearter	10	10
peartest	11	11
peartly	13	13
pearwood	15	15
pearwoods	16	16
peas	7	7
peasant	11	11
peasantries	15	15
peasantry	15	15
peasants	12	12
peasanty	14	14
peascod	14	14
peascods	15	15