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
pharisees	14	14
pharma	14	14
pharmaceutical	30	30
pharmaceuticals	31	31
pharmacies	21	21
pharmacist	21	21
pharmacists	22	22
pharmacodynamic	36	36
pharmacogenomic	35	35
pharmacognosies	29	29
pharmacognostic	32	32
pharmacognosy	29	29
pharmacokinetic	34	34
pharmacologic	30	30
pharmacological	33	33
pharmacologies	28	28
pharmacologist	28	28
pharmacologists	29	29
pharmacology	28	28
pharmacopeia	26	26
pharmacopeial	28	28
pharmacopeias	27	27
pharmacopoeia	27	27
pharmacopoeial	29	29
pharmacopoeias	28	28