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
transhipped	21	21
transhipping	24	24
tranships	15	15
transhistorical	22	22
transhumance	23	23
transhumant	19	19
transhumants	20	20
transience	15	15
transiency	17	17
transient	11	11
transiently	16	16
transients	12	12
transilluminate	23	23
transistor	11	11
transistorized	25	25
transistors	12	12
transit	8	8
transited	11	11
transiting	14	14
transition	12	12
transitional	15	15
transitionally	20	20
transitioned	15	15
transitioning	18	18
transitions	13	13