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
sustains	10	10
sustenance	16	16
sustentation	15	15
sustentative	18	18
susurrant	12	12
susurration	14	14
susurrations	15	15
sutra	6	6
sutras	7	7
sutta	6	6
suttas	7	7
sutural	10	10
suturally	15	15
suzerain	19	19
suzerains	20	20
suzerainties	23	23
suzerainty	23	23
svaraj	19	19
svarajes	21	21
swab	10	10
swabbed	17	17
swabber	16	16
swabbers	17	17
swabbie	16	16
swabbies	17	17