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
retackling	21	21
retacks	14	14
retag	7	7
retagged	13	13
retagging	16	16
retags	8	8
retail	7	7
retailed	10	10
retailer	9	9
retailers	10	10
retailing	13	13
retailings	14	14
retailor	9	9
retailored	12	12
retailoring	15	15
retailors	10	10
retails	8	8
retain	7	7
retained	10	10
retainer	9	9
retainers	10	10
retaining	13	13
retains	8	8
retake	10	10
retaken	12	12