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
respaces	14	14
respacing	18	18
respade	11	11
respaded	13	13
respades	12	12
respading	16	16
respeak	14	14
respeaking	20	20
respeaks	15	15
respectability	26	26
respectable	21	21
respectableness	26	26
respectables	22	22
respectably	23	23
respirable	17	17
respiration	15	15
respirations	16	16
respirator	13	13
respirators	14	14
respiratory	16	16
responsa	12	12
resprang	14	14
respray	12	12
resprayed	15	15
respraying	18	18