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
tzaritza	26	26
tzaritzas	27	27
tzars	14	14
tzatziki	30	30
tzatzikis	31	31
tzedakah	24	24
tzedakahs	25	25
tzigane	19	19
tziganes	20	20
uakari	10	11
uakaris	12	12
ufological	21	21
uglification	23	23
uhlan	10	10
uhlans	11	11
uintaite	10	10
uintaites	11	11
ukase	10	10
ukases	11	11
ulama	10	10
ulamas	11	11
ulan	7	7
ulans	8	8
ulcerate	13	13
ulcerated	15	15