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
subtaxon	20	20
subtaxons	21	21
subtemperate	22	22
subtenancies	21	21
subtenancy	21	21
subtenant	15	15
subtenants	16	16
subterminal	20	20
subterranean	18	18
subterraneanly	23	23
subterraneous	19	19
subterraneously	24	24
subtextual	23	23
subtextually	28	28
subtherapeutic	27	27
subtilization	28	28
subtilizations	29	29
subtopia	15	15
subtopias	16	16
subtotal	13	13
subtotaled	16	16
subtotaling	19	19
subtotalled	18	18
subtotalling	21	21
subtotally	18	18