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
purchasable	24	24
purchase	17	17
purchased	19	19
purchaser	18	18
purchasers	19	19
purchases	18	18
purchasing	22	22
purda	10	10
purdah	13	13
purdahs	14	14
purdas	11	11
purgation	16	16
purgations	17	17
purgative	19	19
purgatives	20	20
purgatorial	18	18
purgatories	17	17
purgatory	17	17
purification	23	23
purifications	24	24
purificator	21	21
purificators	22	22
purificatory	24	24
puristically	23	23
puritan	12	12