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
whangees	16	16
whanging	19	19
whangs	14	14
whap	12	12
whapped	19	19
whapper	18	18
whappers	19	19
whapping	22	22
whaps	13	13
wharf	13	13
wharfage	18	18
wharfages	19	19
wharfed	16	16
wharfing	19	19
wharfinger	21	21
wharfingers	22	22
wharfmaster	22	22
wharfmasters	23	23
wharfs	14	14
wharve	15	15
wharves	16	16
what	9	9
whatchamacallit	33	33
whatever	17	17
whatness	14	14