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
perchance	21	21
perchlorate	20	20
perchlorates	21	21
percolate	16	16
percolated	18	18
percolates	17	17
percolating	21	21
percolation	19	19
percolations	20	20
percolator	17	17
percolators	18	18
percutaneous	21	21
percutaneously	26	26
perdurability	24	24
perdurable	19	19
perdurably	21	21
perea	8	8
peregrinate	17	17
peregrinated	19	19
peregrinates	18	18
peregrinating	22	22
peregrination	20	20
peregrinations	21	21
pereia	9	9
perennate	14	14