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
vivaria	15	15
vivaries	16	16
vivarium	20	20
vivariums	21	21
vivary	16	16
vivas	13	13
vivat	13	13
vivats	14	14
vivification	27	27
vivifications	28	28
vivipara	19	19
viviparities	23	23
viviparity	23	23
viviparous	22	22
viviparously	27	27
vivisectional	26	26
vizard	20	20
vizarded	23	23
vizards	21	21
vizcacha	29	29
vizcachas	30	30
vizierate	22	22
vizierates	23	23
vizierial	23	23
vizirate	21	21