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
chlorinations	21	21
chlorinator	18	18
chlorinators	19	19
chloroplast	21	21
chloroplastic	26	26
chloroplasts	22	22
chlorothiazide	32	32
chlorothiazides	33	33
chlorpromazine	36	36
chlorpromazines	37	37
chlorpropamide	30	30
chlorpropamides	31	31
choana	12	12
choanae	13	13
choanocyte	21	21
choanocytes	22	22
chocaholic	24	24
chocaholics	25	25
chockablock	34	34
chocolate	18	18
chocolates	19	19
chocolatey	21	21
chocolatier	20	20
chocolaty	20	20
choirmaster	19	19