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
azotemias	21	21
azotemic	23	23
azotes	15	15
azoth	16	16
azoths	17	17
azotic	18	18
azotise	16	16
azotised	18	18
azotises	17	17
azotising	21	21
azotize	25	25
azotized	27	27
azotizes	26	26
azotizing	30	30
azotobacter	26	26
azotobacters	27	27
azoturia	18	18
azoturias	19	19
azuki	19	19
azukis	20	20
azulejo	27	27
azulejos	28	28
azure	15	15
azures	16	16
azurite	17	17