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
yaup	10	10
yauped	13	13
yauper	12	12
yaupers	13	13
yauping	16	16
yaupon	13	13
yaupons	14	14
yaups	11	11
yautia	9	9
yautias	10	10
yaw	8	8
yawed	11	11
yawey	12	12
yawing	14	14
yawl	10	10
yawled	13	13
yawling	16	16
yawls	11	11
yawmeter	16	16
yawmeters	17	17
yawn	10	10
yawned	13	13
yawner	12	12
yawners	13	13
yawning	16	16