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
ultrarealists	16	16
ultrared	11	11
ultrareds	12	12
ultrarefined	19	19
ultrareliable	20	20
ultrareligious	20	20
ultrarich	16	16
ultraright	16	16
ultrarightist	19	19
ultraromantic	22	22
ultraroyalist	18	18
ultras	8	8
ultrasafe	14	14
ultrasecret	16	16
ultrasensitive	21	21
ultraserious	15	15
ultrasharp	17	17
ultrashort	14	14
ultrasimple	20	20
ultraslick	20	20
ultraslow	15	15
ultrasmall	17	17
ultrasmart	15	15
ultrasmooth	18	18
ultrasoft	14	14