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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
wall 9 9
walla 10 10
wallabies 17 17
wallaby 17 17
wallah 13 13
wallahs 14 14
wallaroo 13 13
wallaroos 14 14
wallas 11 11
wallboard 18 18
wallboards 19 19
walled 12 12
wallet 11 11
wallets 12 12
walley 13 13
walleye 14 14
walleyed 16 16
walleyes 15 15
walleys 14 14
wallflower 22 22
wallflowers 23 23
wallie 11 11
wallies 12 12
walling 15 15
wallop 14 14

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