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
adeeming	15	15
adeems	10	10
adelgid	12	12
adelgids	13	13
adenine	10	10
adenines	11	11
adenitis	10	10
adenitises	12	12
adenocarcinoma	26	26
adenocarcinomas	27	27
adenohypophyses	31	31
adenohypophysis	31	31
adenoid	10	10
adenoidal	13	13
adenoids	11	11
adenoma	12	12
adenomas	13	13
adenomata	14	14
adenomatous	17	17
adenoses	10	10
adenosine	12	12
adenosines	13	13
adenosis	10	10
adenoviral	17	17
adenovirus	17	17