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.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
caecilians	18	18
caecum	16	16
caeoma	12	12
caeomas	13	13
caesar	9	9
caesareans	14	14
caesarians	14	14
caesars	10	10
caesious	12	12
caesium	14	14
caesiums	15	15
caespitose	16	16
caestus	11	11
caestuses	13	13
caesura	11	11
caesurae	12	12
caesural	13	13
caesuras	12	12
caesuric	15	15
caf	9	9
cafard	13	13
cafards	14	14
cafe	10	10
cafes	11	11
cafeteria	15	15