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
acknowledgement	34	34
acknowledges	27	27
acknowledging	31	31
acknowledgment	33	33
acknowledgments	34	34
aclinic	15	15
acmatic	16	16
acme	10	10
acmes	11	11
acmic	14	14
acne	8	8
acned	10	10
acnes	9	9
acnode	11	11
acnodes	12	12
acock	15	15
acoelomate	17	17
acoelomates	18	18
acoelous	13	13
acold	10	10
acolyte	13	13
acolytes	14	14
aconite	11	11
aconites	12	12
aconitic	15	15