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
capsid	13	13
capsidal	16	16
capsids	14	14
capsize	22	22
capsized	24	24
capsizes	23	23
capsizing	27	27
capsomer	17	17
capsomers	18	18
capstan	14	14
capstans	15	15
capstone	15	15
capstones	16	16
capsular	16	16
capsulate	17	17
capsulated	19	19
capsule	15	15
capsuled	17	17
capsules	16	16
capsuling	20	20
capsulize	26	26
capsulized	28	28
capsulizes	27	27
capsulizing	31	31
captain	14	14