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
appropriateness	25	25
appropriates	21	21
appropriating	25	25
appropriation	23	23
appropriations	24	24
appropriative	26	26
appropriator	21	21
appropriators	22	22
approvable	24	24
approvably	26	26
approval	19	19
approvals	20	20
approve	17	17
approved	19	19
approver	18	18
approvers	19	19
approves	18	18
approving	22	22
approvingly	27	27
approximate	27	27
approximated	29	29
approximately	32	32
approximates	28	28
approximating	32	32
approximation	30	30