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
attending	14	14
attendings	15	15
attends	9	9
attent	7	7
attention	11	11
attentional	14	14
attentions	12	12
attentive	14	14
attentively	19	19
attentiveness	19	19
attenuate	11	11
attenuated	13	13
attenuates	12	12
attenuating	16	16
attenuation	14	14
attenuations	15	15
attenuator	12	12
attenuators	13	13
attest	6	6
attestation	12	12
attestations	13	13
attested	9	9
attester	8	8
attesters	9	9
attesting	12	12