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
bushmasters	20	20
bushranger	19	19
bushrangers	20	20
bushranging	23	23
bushwa	15	15
bushwah	18	18
bushwahs	19	19
bushwas	16	16
bushwhack	27	27
bushwhacked	30	30
bushwhacker	29	29
bushwhackers	30	30
bushwhacking	33	33
bushwhacks	28	28
businessman	20	20
businesswoman	25	25
busload	13	13
busloads	14	14
busman	14	14
bustard	12	12
bustards	13	13
busulfan	18	18
busulfans	19	19
butadiene	15	15
butadienes	16	16