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
steamed	11	11
steamer	10	10
steamered	13	13
steamering	16	16
steamers	11	11
steamfitter	17	17
steamfitters	18	18
steamie	10	10
steamier	11	11
steamies	11	11
steamiest	12	12
steamily	14	14
steaminess	14	14
steaming	14	14
steampunk	21	21
steampunks	22	22
steamroll	14	14
steamrolled	17	17
steamroller	16	16
steamrollers	17	17
steamrolling	20	20
steamrolls	15	15
steams	9	9
steamship	17	17
steamships	18	18