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
advisor	12	12
advisories	15	15
advisors	13	13
advisory	15	15
advocaat	16	16
advocaats	17	17
advocacies	21	21
advocacy	21	21
advocate	16	16
advocated	18	18
advocates	17	17
advocating	21	21
advocation	19	19
advocations	20	20
advocative	22	22
advocator	17	17
advocators	18	18
advowson	17	17
advowsons	18	18
adware	10	10
adwares	11	11
adwoman	15	15
adwomen	15	15
adynamia	15	15
adynamias	16	16