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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
thysanurans 18 18
tian 5 5
tians 6 6
tiara 5 5
tiaraed 8 8
tiaras 6 6
tibia 8 8
tibiae 9 9
tibial 10 10
tibiales 12 12
tibialis 12 12
tibias 9 9
tibiofibula 22 22
tibiofibulas 23 23
tical 9 9
ticals 10 10
ticklace 19 19
ticklaces 20 20
ticktack 22 22
ticktacked 25 25
ticktacking 28 28
ticktacks 23 23
tictac 12 12
tictacked 20 20
tictacking 23 23

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