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
apish	10	10
apishly	15	15
apishness	15	15
apishnesses	17	17
aplanat	12	12
aplanatic	17	17
aplanats	13	13
aplasia	11	11
aplasias	12	12
aplastic	15	15
aplenty	14	14
aplite	10	10
aplites	11	11
aplitic	14	14
aplomb	16	16
aplombs	17	17
apnea	9	9
apneal	11	11
apneas	10	10
apneic	13	13
apnoea	10	10
apnoeal	12	12
apnoeas	11	11
apnoeic	14	14
apo	6	6