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
peninsulas	17	17
penitential	17	17
penitentially	22	22
penitentiaries	19	19
penitentiary	19	19
penman	14	14
penmanship	23	23
penmanships	24	24
penna	10	10
pennae	11	11
penname	15	15
pennames	16	16
pennant	13	13
pennants	14	14
pennate	12	12
pennated	14	14
pennia	11	11
pennyroyal	20	20
pennyroyals	21	21
penological	22	22
pensionable	20	20
pensionaries	17	17
pensionary	17	17
pentacle	16	16
pentacles	17	17