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
yearbook	17	17
yearbooks	18	18
yearend	11	11
yearends	12	12
yearlies	11	11
yearling	14	14
yearlings	15	15
yearlong	14	14
yearly	11	11
yearn	8	8
yearned	11	11
yearner	10	10
yearners	11	11
yearning	14	14
yearningly	19	19
yearnings	15	15
yearns	9	9
years	7	7
yeas	6	6
yeasayer	12	12
yeasayers	13	13
yeast	7	7
yeasted	10	10
yeastier	10	10
yeastiest	11	11