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
varnishy	17	17
varoom	13	13
varoomed	16	16
varooming	19	19
varooms	14	14
varroa	10	10
varroas	11	11
vars	8	8
varsities	13	13
varsity	13	13
varus	10	10
varuses	12	12
varve	13	13
varved	15	15
varves	14	14
vary	10	10
varying	16	16
varyingly	21	21
vas	7	7
vasa	8	8
vasal	10	10
vascula	16	16
vascular	17	17
vascularity	22	22
vascularization	34	34