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
chelonian	17	17
chelonians	18	18
chemical	20	20
chemically	25	25
chemicals	21	21
chemoautotrophy	31	31
chemosurgical	28	28
chemotactic	25	25
chemotactically	33	33
chemotaxes	25	25
chemotaxis	25	25
chemotaxonomic	36	36
chemotaxonomist	34	34
chemotaxonomy	34	34
chemotherapies	27	27
chemotherapist	27	27
chemotherapists	28	28
chemotherapy	27	27
cheongsam	20	20
cheongsams	21	21
cherimoya	19	19
cherimoyas	20	20
cherishable	22	22
cherubically	28	28
chessboard	19	19