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
vallate	13	13
vallecula	20	20
valleculae	21	21
vallecular	21	21
valley	14	14
valleyed	17	17
valleys	15	15
vallum	16	16
vallums	17	17
valonia	13	13
valonias	14	14
valor	10	10
valorise	13	13
valorised	15	15
valorises	14	14
valorising	18	18
valorization	27	27
valorizations	28	28
valorize	22	22
valorized	24	24
valorizes	23	23
valorizing	27	27
valorous	14	14
valorously	19	19
valors	11	11