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
uproarious	15	15
uproariously	20	20
uproariousness	20	20
uproars	11	11
uprootal	13	13
uprootals	14	14
upscale	15	15
upscaled	17	17
upscales	16	16
upscaling	20	20
upsoar	10	10
upsoared	13	13
upsoaring	16	16
upsoars	11	11
upsprang	18	18
upstage	13	13
upstaged	15	15
upstager	14	14
upstagers	15	15
upstages	14	14
upstaging	18	18
upstair	11	11
upstairs	12	12
upstand	13	13
upstanding	19	19