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
whalebacks	26	26
whaleboat	18	18
whaleboats	19	19
whalebone	19	19
whalebones	20	20
whaled	13	13
whalelike	20	20
whaleman	18	18
whalemen	18	18
whaler	12	12
whalers	13	13
whales	12	12
whaling	16	16
whalings	17	17
wham	12	12
whammed	19	19
whammies	19	19
whamming	22	22
whammo	17	17
whammy	19	19
whamo	13	13
whams	13	13
whang	13	13
whanged	16	16
whangee	15	15