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
chitosans	15	15
chivalric	22	22
chivalries	20	20
chivalrous	21	21
chivalrously	26	26
chivalrousness	26	26
chivalry	20	20
chivaree	17	17
chivareed	19	19
chivareeing	23	23
chivarees	18	18
chivari	16	16
chivaried	19	19
chivaries	18	18
chivariing	22	22
chlamydes	21	21
chlamydia	21	21
chlamydiae	22	22
chlamydial	23	23
chlamydospore	28	28
chlamydospores	29	29
chlamys	18	18
chlamyses	20	20
chloasma	17	17
chloasmas	18	18