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
unnailing	16	16
unnails	11	11
unnamable	19	19
unnameable	20	20
unnamed	14	14
unnatural	14	14
unnaturally	19	19
unnaturalness	19	19
unnecessarily	22	22
unnecessary	19	19
unnegotiable	21	21
unnilquadium	31	31
unnoticeable	22	22
unnuanced	18	18
unoaked	14	14
unobjectionable	37	37
unobservable	25	25
unobtainable	22	22
unofficial	22	22
unofficially	27	27
unopenable	20	20
unorganized	26	26
unoriginal	16	16
unornamented	20	20
unornate	11	11