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
umangite	15	15
umangites	16	16
umbellar	17	17
umbellate	18	18
umbilical	21	21
umbilicals	22	22
umbilicate	21	21
umbilicated	23	23
umbilication	24	24
umbonal	16	16
umbonate	16	16
umbra	12	12
umbrae	13	13
umbrage	16	16
umbrageous	20	20
umbrageously	25	25
umbrageousness	25	25
umbrages	17	17
umbral	14	14
umbras	13	13
umbrella	17	17
umbrellaed	20	20
umbrellaing	23	23
umbrellas	18	18
umiac	12	12