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
puerperae	16	16
puerperal	17	17
puerperia	16	16
puffback	28	28
puffbacks	29	29
puffball	23	23
puffballs	24	24
pugaree	13	13
pugarees	14	14
puggaree	16	16
puggarees	17	17
pugmark	20	20
pugmarks	21	21
pugnacious	21	21
pugnaciously	26	26
pugnaciousness	26	26
pugnacities	21	21
pugnacity	21	21
puissance	17	17
puissances	18	18
puissant	13	13
puja	17	17
pujah	20	20
pujahs	21	21
pujas	18	18