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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
primipara 18 18
primiparae 19 19
primiparas 19 19
primiparous 21 21
primordia 16 16
primordial 18 18
primordially 23 23
primula 15 15
primulas 16 16
principal 20 20
principalities 25 25
principality 25 25
principally 25 25
principals 21 21
principalship 29 29
principalships 30 30
principia 19 19
printabilities 22 22
printability 22 22
printable 17 17
printhead 16 16
printheads 17 17
printmaker 21 21
printmakers 22 22
printmaking 25 25

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