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
adynamic	18	18
adyta	8	8
adytum	13	13
adz	13	13
adze	14	14
adzed	16	16
adzes	15	15
adzing	19	19
adzuki	21	21
adzukis	22	22
ae	2	2
aecia	8	8
aecial	10	10
aecidia	11	11
aecidial	13	13
aecidium	16	16
aeciospore	16	16
aeciospores	17	17
aecium	13	13
aedes	6	6
aedile	8	8
aediles	9	9
aedine	8	8
aegis	7	7
aegises	9	9