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
tamarind	13	13
tamarinds	14	14
tamarins	12	12
tamaris	10	10
tamarisk	15	15
tamarisks	16	16
tamasha	12	12
tamashas	13	13
tambac	15	15
tambacs	16	16
tambak	16	16
tambaks	17	17
tambala	14	14
tambalas	15	15
tambour	14	14
tamboura	15	15
tambouras	16	16
tamboured	17	17
tambourer	16	16
tambourers	17	17
tambourine	18	18
tambourines	19	19
tambouring	20	20
tambours	15	15
tambur	13	13