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
actinia	11	11
actiniae	12	12
actinian	13	13
actinians	14	14
actinias	12	12
actinic	14	14
actinically	22	22
actinide	13	13
actinides	14	14
actinism	15	15
actinisms	16	16
actinium	16	16
actiniums	17	17
actinoid	13	13
actinoids	14	14
actinolite	15	15
actinolites	16	16
actinometer	18	18
actinometers	19	19
actinometric	22	22
actinometries	20	20
actinometry	20	20
actinomorphic	28	28
actinomorphies	26	26
actinomorphy	26	26