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
braillers	14	14
brailles	13	13
braillewriter	21	21
braillewriters	22	22
brailling	17	17
brails	10	10
brain	9	9
braincase	16	16
braincases	17	17
brainchild	21	21
brained	12	12
brainiac	15	15
brainiacs	16	16
brainier	12	12
brainiest	13	13
brainily	15	15
braininess	15	15
braining	15	15
brainish	14	14
brainless	14	14
brainlessly	19	19
brainlessness	19	19
brainpan	16	16
brainpans	17	17
brainpower	20	20