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
zoosporangia	27	27
zoosporangium	32	32
zootechnical	31	31
zooxanthella	33	33
zooxanthellae	34	34
zorilla	18	18
zorillas	19	19
zouave	20	20
zouaves	21	21
zoysia	17	17
zoysias	18	18
zugzwang	35	35
zugzwangs	36	36
zuppa	21	21
zuppas	22	22
zwieback	30	30
zwiebacks	31	31
zygapophysis	35	35
zygodactyl	30	30
zygodactylous	34	34
zygoma	22	22
zygomas	23	23
zygomata	24	24
zygomatic	28	28
zymase	20	20