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
prothalli	16	16
prothallia	17	17
prothallium	22	22
prothallus	18	18
prothalluses	20	20
prothonotarial	21	21
prothonotaries	20	20
prothonotary	20	20
prothoraces	19	19
prothoracic	22	22
prothorax	21	21
prothoraxes	23	23
protistan	13	13
protistans	14	14
protoceratops	22	22
protoceratopses	24	24
protogalaxies	26	26
protogalaxy	26	26
protohistorian	20	20
protohistorians	21	21
protohuman	20	20
protohumans	21	21
protolanguage	23	23
protolanguages	24	24
protomartyr	19	19