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
phosphocreatine	29	29
phosphokinase	28	28
phosphokinases	29	29
phospholipase	27	27
phospholipases	28	28
phosphorylase	26	26
phosphorylases	27	27
phosphorylate	26	26
phosphorylates	27	27
phosphorylation	29	29
phosphorylative	32	32
photically	22	22
photoaging	20	20
photoagings	21	21
photoautotroph	25	25
photoautotrophs	26	26
photobiological	30	30
photocathode	23	23
photocathodes	24	24
photochemical	30	30
photochemically	35	35
photodegradable	28	28
photodissociate	24	24
photoduplicate	28	28
photoduplicated	30	30