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
veratrines	15	15
veratrins	14	14
veratrum	16	16
veratrums	17	17
verbal	14	14
verbalism	20	20
verbalisms	21	21
verbalist	17	17
verbalistic	22	22
verbalists	18	18
verbalization	31	31
verbalizations	32	32
verbalize	26	26
verbalized	28	28
verbalizer	27	27
verbalizers	28	28
verbalizes	27	27
verbalizing	31	31
verbally	19	19
verbals	15	15
verbatim	18	18
verbena	15	15
verbenas	16	16
verbiage	17	17
verbiages	18	18