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
chares	11	11
charette	13	13
charettes	14	14
charge	13	13
chargeable	21	21
charged	15	15
chargehand	21	21
chargehands	22	22
charger	14	14
chargers	15	15
charges	14	14
charging	18	18
chargings	19	19
charier	12	12
chariest	13	13
charily	15	15
chariness	15	15
charinesses	17	17
charing	15	15
chariot	12	12
charioted	15	15
charioteer	15	15
charioteers	16	16
charioting	18	18
chariots	13	13