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
brandishing	21	21
brands	11	11
brandy	13	13
brandying	19	19
brank	13	13
branks	14	14
branned	13	13
branner	12	12
branners	13	13
brannier	13	13
branniest	14	14
brannigan	17	17
brannigans	18	18
branning	16	16
branny	13	13
brans	9	9
brant	9	9
brantail	13	13
brantails	14	14
brants	10	10
bras	7	7
brash	10	10
brasher	12	12
brashes	12	12
brashest	13	13