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
strangury	15	15
strap	8	8
straphang	17	17
straphanged	20	20
straphanger	19	19
straphangers	20	20
straphanging	23	23
straphangs	18	18
strapless	13	13
straplesses	15	15
strappado	16	16
strappados	17	17
strapped	15	15
strapper	14	14
strappers	15	15
strappier	15	15
strappiest	16	16
strapping	18	18
strappings	19	19
strappy	15	15
straps	9	9
strass	6	6
strasses	8	8
strata	6	6
stratagem	14	14