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
wabbly	18	18
wabs	10	10
wack	14	14
wacke	15	15
wacked	17	17
wacker	16	16
wackes	16	16
wackest	17	17
wackier	17	17
wackiest	18	18
wackily	20	20
wackiness	20	20
wackinesses	22	22
wacko	15	15
wackoes	17	17
wackos	16	16
wacks	15	15
wacky	17	17
wad	7	7
wadable	15	15
wadded	12	12
wadder	11	11
wadders	12	12
waddie	11	11
waddied	13	13