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
tapeworm	17	17
tapeworms	18	18
taphole	13	13
tapholes	14	14
taphonomic	22	22
taphonomies	20	20
taphonomist	20	20
taphonomists	21	21
taphonomy	20	20
taphouse	14	14
taphouses	15	15
taping	12	12
tapings	13	13
tapioca	13	13
tapiocas	14	14
tapir	8	8
tapirs	9	9
tapis	8	8
tapises	10	10
tapless	11	11
tappable	18	18
tapped	13	13
tapper	12	12
tappers	13	13
tappet	12	12