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
whoa	9	9
wholehearted	21	21
wholeheartedly	26	26
wholemeal	19	19
wholesale	16	16
wholesaled	18	18
wholesaler	17	17
wholesalers	18	18
wholesales	17	17
wholesaling	21	21
whoopla	16	16
whooplas	17	17
whoremaster	19	19
whoremasters	20	20
whyda	13	13
whydah	16	16
whydahs	17	17
whydas	14	14
wicca	14	14
wiccan	16	16
wiccans	17	17
wiccas	15	15
wickape	20	20
wickapes	21	21
wideawake	20	20