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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
unaffecting 25 25
unaffectionate 26 26
unaffiliated 22 22
unaffluent 21 21
unaffordable 25 25
unafraid 14 14
unaged 11 11
unageing 15 15
unaggressive 22 22
unagile 12 12
unaging 14 14
unagreed 13 13
unai 6 6
unaided 11 11
unaimed 13 13
unaired 10 10
unais 7 7
unakin 13 13
unakite 13 13
unakites 14 14
unalienable 19 19
unalienated 16 16
unaligned 16 16
unalike 14 14
unalleviated 21 21

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