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
stalemating	18	18
staleness	11	11
stalenesses	13	13
staler	7	7
stales	7	7
stalest	8	8
staling	11	11
stalk	10	10
stalked	13	13
stalker	12	12
stalkerazzi	34	34
stalkerazzo	34	34
stalkers	13	13
stalkier	13	13
stalkiest	14	14
stalkily	16	16
stalking	16	16
stalkings	17	17
stalkless	15	15
stalks	11	11
stalky	13	13
stall	7	7
stalled	10	10
stallholder	17	17
stallholders	18	18