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
teabox	16	16
teaboxes	18	18
teacake	14	14
teacakes	15	15
teacart	10	10
teacarts	11	11
teach	10	10
teachable	18	18
teachableness	23	23
teachably	20	20
teacher	12	12
teacherly	17	17
teachers	13	13
teaches	12	12
teaching	16	16
teachings	17	17
teacup	13	13
teacupful	21	21
teacupfuls	22	22
teacups	14	14
teacupsful	22	22
teahouse	11	11
teahouses	12	12
teak	8	8
teakettle	14	14