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
plagiaristic	21	21
plagiarists	17	17
plagiarize	25	25
plagiarized	27	27
plagiarizer	26	26
plagiarizers	27	27
plagiarizes	26	26
plagiarizing	30	30
plagiary	16	16
plagioclase	21	21
plagioclases	22	22
plagiotropic	24	24
plague	13	13
plagued	15	15
plaguer	14	14
plaguers	15	15
plagues	14	14
plaguey	16	16
plaguily	18	18
plaguing	18	18
plaguy	15	15
plaice	13	13
plaices	14	14
plaid	10	10
plaided	13	13