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
prolapsed	17	17
prolapses	16	16
prolapsing	20	20
prolate	11	11
prolegomena	21	21
proleptically	27	27
proletarian	16	16
proletarianise	19	19
proletarianised	21	21
proletarianises	20	20
proletarianize	28	28
proletarianized	30	30
proletarianizes	29	29
proletarians	17	17
proletariat	15	15
proletariats	16	16
proliferate	18	18
proliferated	20	20
proliferates	19	19
proliferating	23	23
proliferation	21	21
proliferations	22	22
proliferative	24	24
prolificacies	26	26
prolificacy	26	26