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
straighter	14	14
straightest	15	15
straightforward	26	26
straighting	18	18
straightish	17	17
straightjacket	34	34
straightjackets	35	35
straightlaced	22	22
straightly	17	17
straightness	17	17
straights	13	13
straightway	20	20
strain	7	7
strained	10	10
strainer	9	9
strainers	10	10
straining	13	13
strains	8	8
strait	6	6
straiten	9	9
straitened	12	12
straitening	15	15
straitens	10	10
straiter	8	8
straitest	9	9