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
auriform	15	15
auris	6	6
aurist	7	7
aurists	8	8
aurochs	13	13
aurochses	15	15
aurora	7	7
aurorae	8	8
auroral	9	9
auroras	8	8
aurorean	10	10
aurous	8	8
aurum	10	10
aurums	11	11
auscultate	16	16
auscultated	18	18
auscultates	17	17
auscultating	21	21
auscultation	19	19
auscultations	20	20
auscultatory	20	20
ausform	14	14
ausformed	17	17
ausforming	20	20
ausforms	15	15