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
uropygia	16	16
ursa	5	5
ursae	6	6
urticant	13	13
urticants	14	14
urticaria	13	13
urticarial	15	15
urticarias	14	14
urticate	12	12
urticated	14	14
urticates	13	13
urticating	17	17
urtication	15	15
usabilities	16	16
usability	16	16
usable	11	11
usableness	16	16
usably	13	13
usage	8	8
usages	9	9
usance	11	11
usances	12	12
usaunce	13	13
usaunces	14	14
useable	12	12