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
tantras	8	8
tantric	11	11
tantrism	12	12
tantrisms	13	13
tantrist	9	9
tantrists	10	10
tantrum	12	12
tantrums	13	13
tanuki	12	12
tanukis	13	13
tanyard	11	11
tanyards	12	12
tanzanite	20	20
tanzanites	21	21
tao	3	3
taos	4	4
tap	6	6
tapa	7	7
tapadera	12	12
tapaderas	13	13
tapadero	12	12
tapaderos	13	13
tapalo	10	10
tapalos	11	11
tapas	8	8