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
conferential	21	21
conferrable	22	22
conferral	17	17
conferrals	18	18
conferva	19	19
confervae	20	20
confervas	20	20
confessable	22	22
confessional	21	21
confessionalism	27	27
confessionalist	24	24
confessionally	26	26
confidant	18	18
confidante	19	19
confidantes	20	20
confidants	19	19
confidential	22	22
confidentiality	27	27
confidentially	27	27
configuration	24	24
configurational	27	27
configurations	25	25
configurative	27	27
confirmability	30	30
confirmable	25	25