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
apathetically	25	25
apathies	13	13
apathy	13	13
apatite	10	10
apatites	11	11
apatosaur	13	13
apatosaurs	14	14
apatosaurus	16	16
apatosauruses	18	18
ape	6	6
apeak	12	12
aped	8	8
apeek	12	12
apelike	15	15
apeman	13	13
apemen	13	13
aper	7	7
apercu	13	13
apercus	14	14
aperient	12	12
aperients	13	13
aperies	10	10
aperiodic	16	16
aperiodically	24	24
aperiodicities	21	21