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
chloasmata	19	19
chloracne	19	19
chloracnes	20	20
chloral	14	14
chloralose	17	17
chloraloses	18	18
chlorals	15	15
chloramine	20	20
chloramines	21	21
chloramphenicol	34	34
chlorate	14	14
chlorates	15	15
chlordan	16	16
chlordane	17	17
chlordanes	18	18
chlordans	17	17
chlorella	17	17
chlorellas	18	18
chlorenchyma	29	29
chlorenchymas	30	30
chlorinate	17	17
chlorinated	19	19
chlorinates	18	18
chlorinating	22	22
chlorination	20	20