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
tallnesses	13	13
tallol	9	9
tallols	10	10
tallow	11	11
tallowed	14	14
tallowing	17	17
tallows	12	12
tallowy	14	14
talls	7	7
tally	9	9
tallyho	13	13
tallyhoed	16	16
tallyhoes	15	15
tallyhoing	19	19
tallyhos	14	14
tallying	15	15
tallyman	16	16
tallymen	16	16
talmudic	17	17
talon	7	7
taloned	10	10
talons	8	8
talooka	12	12
talookas	13	13
taluk	11	11