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
swather	12	12
swathers	13	13
swathes	12	12
swathing	16	16
swaths	11	11
swats	8	8
swatted	11	11
swatter	10	10
swatters	11	11
swatting	14	14
sway	9	9
swayable	17	17
swayback	23	23
swaybacked	26	26
swaybacks	24	24
swayed	12	12
swayer	11	11
swayers	12	12
swayful	17	17
swaying	15	15
sways	10	10
swear	8	8
swearer	10	10
swearers	11	11
swearing	14	14