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
aerial	7	7
aerialist	10	10
aerialists	11	11
aerially	12	12
aerials	8	8
aerie	5	5
aeried	7	7
aerier	6	6
aeries	6	6
aeriest	7	7
aerified	12	12
aerifies	11	11
aeriform	14	14
aerify	11	11
aerifying	17	17
aerily	9	9
aero	4	4
aerobat	10	10
aerobatic	15	15
aerobatics	16	16
aerobats	11	11
aerobe	9	9
aerobes	10	10
aerobia	10	10
aerobic	13	13