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
subtotals	14	14
subtract	15	15
subtracted	18	18
subtracter	17	17
subtracters	18	18
subtracting	21	21
subtraction	19	19
subtractions	20	20
subtractive	22	22
subtracts	16	16
subtrade	13	13
subtrades	14	14
subtrahend	18	18
subtrahends	19	19
subtreasuries	18	18
subtreasury	18	18
subtropical	22	22
subulate	14	14
subumbrella	24	24
suburban	17	17
suburbanise	20	20
suburbanised	22	22
suburbanises	21	21
suburbanising	25	25
suburbanite	20	20