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
wapentakes	21	21
wapiti	12	12
wapitis	13	13
wapped	16	16
wappenschawing	35	35
wappenschawings	36	36
wapping	19	19
waps	10	10
war	6	6
warbird	14	14
warbirds	15	15
warble	13	13
warbled	15	15
warbler	14	14
warblers	15	15
warbles	14	14
warblier	15	15
warbliest	16	16
warbling	18	18
warbly	15	15
warbonnet	17	17
warbonnets	18	18
warcraft	17	17
warcrafts	18	18
ward	8	8