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
rearming	14	14
rearmost	11	11
rearms	9	9
rearousal	11	11
rearousals	12	12
rearouse	9	9
rearoused	11	11
rearouses	10	10
rearousing	14	14
rearrange	12	12
rearranged	14	14
rearrangement	20	20
rearrangements	21	21
rearranges	13	13
rearranging	17	17
rearrest	8	8
rearrested	11	11
rearresting	14	14
rearrests	9	9
rears	5	5
rearticulate	17	17
rearticulated	19	19
rearticulates	18	18
rearticulating	22	22
rearward	12	12