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
wannesses	14	14
wannest	12	12
wannigan	16	16
wannigans	17	17
wanning	15	15
wans	8	8
want	8	8
wantage	13	13
wantages	14	14
wanted	11	11
wanter	10	10
wanters	11	11
wanting	14	14
wanton	11	11
wantoned	14	14
wantoner	13	13
wantoners	14	14
wantoning	17	17
wantonly	16	16
wantonness	16	16
wantons	12	12
wants	9	9
wany	10	10
wap	9	9
wapentake	20	20