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
zodiacal	22	22
zodiacs	20	20
zoea	13	13
zoeae	14	14
zoeal	15	15
zoeas	14	14
zoecia	18	18
zombification	35	35
zona	14	14
zonae	15	15
zonal	16	16
zonally	21	21
zonary	18	18
zonate	16	16
zonated	18	18
zonation	19	19
zonations	20	20
zonula	18	18
zonulae	19	19
zonular	19	19
zonulas	19	19
zooecia	19	19
zoogeographer	31	31
zoogeographers	32	32
zoogeographic	34	34