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
commandable	26	26
commandant	22	22
commandants	23	23
commanded	21	21
commandeer	21	21
commandeered	24	24
commandeering	27	27
commandeers	22	22
commander	20	20
commanderies	23	23
commanders	21	21
commandership	29	29
commanderships	30	30
commandery	23	23
commanding	24	24
commandingly	29	29
commandment	26	26
commandments	27	27
commando	19	19
commandoes	21	21
commandos	20	20
commands	19	19
commas	15	15
commata	16	16
commemorate	23	23