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
adaptivity	20	20
adaptogen	16	16
adaptogenic	21	21
adaptor	11	11
adaptors	12	12
adapts	10	10
adaxial	16	16
adbot	9	9
adbots	10	10
add	5	5
addable	13	13
addax	14	14
addaxes	16	16
added	8	8
addedly	13	13
addend	10	10
addenda	11	11
addends	11	11
addendum	16	16
addendums	17	17
adder	7	7
adders	8	8
addible	13	13
addict	11	11
addicted	14	14