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
walk	12	12
walkable	20	20
walkabout	21	21
walkabouts	22	22
walkathon	20	20
walkathons	21	21
walkaway	21	21
walkaways	22	22
walked	15	15
walker	14	14
walkers	15	15
walkies	15	15
walking	18	18
walkings	19	19
walkout	16	16
walkouts	17	17
walkover	20	20
walkovers	21	21
walks	13	13
walkup	18	18
walkups	19	19
walkway	20	20
walkways	21	21
walkyrie	18	18
walkyries	19	19