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
varied	11	11
variedly	16	16
variegate	15	15
variegated	17	17
variegates	16	16
variegating	20	20
variegation	18	18
variegations	19	19
variegator	16	16
variegators	17	17
varier	10	10
variers	11	11
varies	10	10
varietal	13	13
varietals	14	14
varieties	13	13
variety	13	13
variform	18	18
variola	12	12
variolar	13	13
variolas	13	13
variole	12	12
varioles	13	13
variometer	17	17
variometers	18	18