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
tampala	14	14
tampalas	15	15
tampan	13	13
tampans	14	14
tamped	13	13
tamper	12	12
tampered	15	15
tamperer	14	14
tamperers	15	15
tampering	18	18
tamperproof	23	23
tampers	13	13
tamping	16	16
tampings	17	17
tampion	14	14
tampions	15	15
tampon	13	13
tamponed	16	16
tamponing	19	19
tampons	14	14
tamps	11	11
tams	7	7
tan	4	4
tanager	10	10
tanagers	11	11