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
steelyards	14	14
steeplechase	21	21
steeplechaser	22	22
steeplechasers	23	23
steeplechases	22	22
steeplechasing	26	26
steeplejack	31	31
steeplejacks	32	32
steerable	13	13
steerage	10	10
steerages	11	11
steerageway	18	18
steersman	13	13
steganographic	27	27
steganography	25	25
stegosaur	12	12
stegosaurs	13	13
stegosaurus	15	15
stegosauruses	17	17
stela	6	6
stelae	7	7
stelai	7	7
stelar	7	7
stella	8	8
stellar	9	9