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
thornbacks	23	23
thoroughbass	22	22
thoroughbasses	24	24
thoroughbrace	26	26
thoroughbraces	27	27
thoroughfare	22	22
thoroughfares	23	23
thoughtway	22	22
thoughtways	23	23
thousand	13	13
thousandfold	22	22
thousands	14	14
thousandth	17	17
thousandths	18	18
thraldom	15	15
thraldoms	16	16
thrall	10	10
thralldom	17	17
thralldoms	18	18
thralled	13	13
thralling	16	16
thralls	11	11
thrash	10	10
thrashed	13	13
thrasher	12	12