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
contrabass	17	17
contrabasses	19	19
contrabassist	20	20
contrabassists	21	21
contrabassoon	21	21
contrabassoons	22	22
contraception	24	24
contraceptions	25	25
contraceptive	27	27
contraceptives	28	28
contract	15	15
contracted	18	18
contractibility	28	28
contractible	23	23
contractile	19	19
contractilities	23	23
contractility	23	23
contracting	21	21
contraction	19	19
contractional	22	22
contractionary	24	24
contractions	20	20
contractive	22	22
contractor	17	17
contractors	18	18