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
tailcoated	15	15
tailcoats	13	13
tailed	8	8
tailender	12	12
tailenders	13	13
tailer	7	7
tailers	8	8
tailfan	12	12
tailfans	13	13
tailfin	12	12
tailfins	13	13
tailgate	11	11
tailgated	13	13
tailgater	12	12
tailgaters	13	13
tailgates	12	12
tailgating	16	16
tailhook	15	15
tailhooks	16	16
tailing	11	11
tailings	12	12
taillamp	16	16
taillamps	17	17
taille	8	8
tailles	9	9