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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
apostrophe 18 18
apostrophes 19 19
apostrophic 22 22
apostrophise 20 20
apostrophised 22 22
apostrophises 21 21
apostrophising 25 25
apostrophize 29 29
apostrophized 31 31
apostrophizes 30 30
apostrophizing 34 34
apothecaries 20 20
apothecary 20 20
apothece 16 16
apotheces 17 17
apothecia 17 17
apothecial 19 19
apothecium 22 22
apothegm 18 18
apothegmatic 25 25
apothegms 19 19
apothem 15 15
apothems 16 16
apotheoses 15 15
apotheosis 15 15

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