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
trampolines	19	19
trampolining	23	23
trampolinist	20	20
trampolinists	21	21
tramps	12	12
trampy	14	14
tramroad	12	12
tramroads	13	13
trams	8	8
tramway	15	15
tramways	16	16
trance	10	10
tranced	12	12
trancelike	19	19
trances	11	11
tranche	13	13
tranches	14	14
trancing	15	15
trangam	13	13
trangams	14	14
trank	10	10
tranked	13	13
tranking	16	16
tranks	11	11
trannie	9	9