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
tractability	21	21
tractable	16	16
tractableness	21	21
tractably	18	18
tractate	11	11
tractates	12	12
tractile	12	12
traction	12	12
tractional	15	15
tractions	13	13
tractive	15	15
tractor	10	10
tractors	11	11
tractrices	16	16
tractrix	18	18
tracts	9	9
trad	5	5
tradable	13	13
trade	6	6
tradeable	14	14
tradecraft	17	17
traded	8	8
trademark	17	17
trademarked	20	20
trademarking	23	23