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
chartering	18	18
charters	13	13
charting	16	16
chartism	16	16
chartisms	17	17
chartist	13	13
chartists	14	14
charts	11	11
chartularies	19	19
chartulary	19	19
charwoman	21	21
charwomen	21	21
chary	12	12
chase	10	10
chased	12	12
chaser	11	11
chasers	12	12
chases	11	11
chasing	15	15
chasings	16	16
chasm	13	13
chasmal	16	16
chasmed	16	16
chasmic	18	18
chasms	14	14