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
vamooses	15	15
vamoosing	19	19
vamose	13	13
vamosed	15	15
vamoses	14	14
vamosing	18	18
vamp	14	14
vamped	17	17
vamper	16	16
vampers	17	17
vampier	17	17
vampiest	18	18
vamping	20	20
vampire	17	17
vampires	18	18
vampiric	21	21
vampirish	21	21
vampirism	22	22
vampirisms	23	23
vampish	19	19
vamplate	19	19
vamplates	20	20
vamps	15	15
vampy	17	17
van	8	8