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
canoe 9 9
canoeable 17 17
canoed 11 11
canoeing 15 15
canoeings 16 16
canoeist 12 12
canoeists 13 13
canoeman 16 16
canoemen 16 16
canoer 10 10
canoers 11 11
canoes 10 10
canola 11 11
canolas 12 12
canon 10 10
canoness 13 13
canonesses 15 15
canonic 15 15
canonical 18 18
canonically 23 23
canonicals 19 19
canonicities 20 20
canonicity 20 20
canonise 13 13
canonised 15 15

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