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
towable	14	14
towage	11	11
towages	12	12
toward	10	10
towardliness	18	18
towardly	15	15
towards	11	11
towaway	15	15
towaways	16	16
towboat	13	13
towboats	14	14
towhead	13	13
towheaded	16	16
towheads	14	14
townscape	19	19
townscapes	20	20
townsman	16	16
townswoman	21	21
townward	16	16
townwear	15	15
towpath	15	15
towpaths	16	16
towplane	16	16
towplanes	17	17
towsack	17	17