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
ultimateness	18	18
ultimates	14	14
ultimating	18	18
ultimatum	18	18
ultimatums	19	19
ultra	7	7
ultrabasic	18	18
ultrabright	20	20
ultracareful	22	22
ultracasual	18	18
ultracautious	20	20
ultracentrifuge	27	27
ultracheap	20	20
ultrachic	19	19
ultracivilized	34	34
ultraclean	17	17
ultracold	16	16
ultracommercial	30	30
ultracompact	26	26
ultracompetent	26	26
ultraconvenient	27	27
ultracool	15	15
ultracritical	22	22
ultrademocratic	27	27
ultradense	14	14