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
swartness	13	13
swartnesses	15	15
swarty	11	11
swash	10	10
swashbuckle	28	28
swashbuckled	30	30
swashbuckler	29	29
swashbucklers	30	30
swashbuckles	29	29
swashbuckling	33	33
swashed	13	13
swasher	12	12
swashers	13	13
swashes	12	12
swashing	16	16
swastica	14	14
swasticas	15	15
swastika	15	15
swastikas	16	16
swat	7	7
swatch	14	14
swatches	16	16
swath	10	10
swathe	11	11
swathed	13	13