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
bearings	14	14
bearish	12	12
bearishly	17	17
bearishness	17	17
bearlike	16	16
bearpaw	16	16
bearpaws	17	17
bears	8	8
bearskin	16	16
bearskins	17	17
bearwood	15	15
bearwoods	16	16
beast	8	8
beastie	10	10
beasties	11	11
beastings	15	15
beastlier	13	13
beastliest	14	14
beastliness	16	16
beastlinesses	18	18
beastly	13	13
beasts	9	9
beat	7	7
beatable	15	15
beatbox	20	20