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
bodhran	14	14
bodhrans	15	15
bodyboard	19	19
bodyboarded	22	22
bodyboarder	21	21
bodyboarders	22	22
bodyboarding	25	25
bodyboards	20	20
bodycam	19	19
bodycams	20	20
bodyguard	19	19
bodyguards	20	20
bodyman	17	17
bodywash	19	19
bodywashes	21	21
boffola	17	17
boffolas	18	18
bogan	11	11
bogans	12	12
bogart	11	11
bogarted	14	14
bogarting	17	17
bogarts	12	12
bogbean	16	16
bogbeans	17	17