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
activations	19	19
activator	16	16
activators	17	17
active	13	13
actively	18	18
activeness	18	18
actives	14	14
activewear	20	20
activism	18	18
activisms	19	19
activist	15	15
activistic	20	20
activists	16	16
activities	17	17
activity	17	17
activize	24	24
activized	26	26
activizes	25	25
activizing	29	29
actomyosin	19	19
actomyosins	20	20
actor	8	8
actorish	13	13
actorly	13	13
actors	9	9