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
wearisome	15	15
wearisomely	20	20
wearisomeness	20	20
wears	8	8
weary	10	10
wearying	16	16
weasand	12	12
weasands	13	13
weasel	10	10
weaseled	13	13
weaseling	16	16
weaselled	15	15
weaselling	18	18
weaselly	15	15
weasels	11	11
weasely	13	13
weason	10	10
weasons	11	11
weather	12	12
weatherability	25	25
weatherboard	21	21
weatherboarded	24	24
weatherboarding	27	27
weatherboards	22	22
weathercast	19	19