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
strang	9	9
strange	10	10
strangely	15	15
strangeness	15	15
stranger	11	11
strangered	14	14
strangering	17	17
strangers	12	12
stranges	11	11
strangest	12	12
strangle	12	12
strangled	14	14
stranglehold	20	20
strangleholds	21	21
strangler	13	13
stranglers	14	14
strangles	13	13
strangling	17	17
strangulate	16	16
strangulated	18	18
strangulates	17	17
strangulating	21	21
strangulation	19	19
strangulations	20	20
stranguries	15	15