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
traversals	15	15
traverse	12	12
traversed	14	14
traverser	13	13
traversers	14	14
traverses	13	13
traversing	17	17
travertine	15	15
travertines	16	16
traves	10	10
travestied	15	15
travesties	14	14
travesty	14	14
travestying	20	20
travois	11	11
travoise	12	12
travoises	13	13
trawl	9	9
trawled	12	12
trawler	11	11
trawlerman	18	18
trawlermen	18	18
trawlers	12	12
trawley	13	13
trawleys	14	14