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
tailslides	13	13
tailspin	13	13
tailspinned	18	18
tailspinning	21	21
tailspins	14	14
tailspun	14	14
tailwater	13	13
tailwaters	14	14
tailwind	14	14
tailwinds	15	15
tain	5	5
tains	6	6
taint	6	6
tainted	9	9
tainting	12	12
taintless	11	11
taints	7	7
taipan	10	10
taipans	11	11
taj	12	12
tajes	14	14
tajine	16	16
tajines	17	17
taka	8	8
takable	15	15