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
vacancies	20	20
vacancy	20	20
vacant	14	14
vacantly	19	19
vacantness	19	19
vacate	13	13
vacated	15	15
vacates	14	14
vacating	18	18
vacation	16	16
vacationed	19	19
vacationer	18	18
vacationers	19	19
vacationing	22	22
vacationist	19	19
vacationists	20	20
vacationland	23	23
vacationlands	24	24
vacations	17	17
vacay	14	14
vacays	15	15
vaccina	18	18
vaccinal	20	20
vaccinas	19	19
vaccinate	20	20