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
weakened	17	17
weakener	16	16
weakeners	17	17
weakening	20	20
weakens	15	15
weaker	13	13
weakest	14	14
weakfish	20	20
weakfishes	22	22
weakhearted	21	21
weakish	16	16
weaklier	16	16
weakliest	17	17
weakliness	19	19
weakling	19	19
weaklings	20	20
weakly	16	16
weakness	16	16
weaknesses	18	18
weakon	14	14
weakons	15	15
weakside	16	16
weaksides	17	17
weal	8	8
weald	10	10