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
thwacking	24	24
thwacks	19	19
thwap	13	13
thwapped	20	20
thwapping	23	23
thwaps	14	14
thwart	11	11
thwarted	14	14
thwarter	13	13
thwarters	14	14
thwarting	17	17
thwartly	16	16
thwarts	12	12
thwartwise	18	18
thylacines	19	19
thylakoid	19	19
thylakoids	20	20
thymoma	17	17
thymomas	18	18
thymomata	19	19
thyratron	14	14
thyratrons	15	15
thyrocalcitonin	28	28
thyroidal	15	15
thysanuran	17	17