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
courants	13	13
courlan	13	13
courlans	14	14
courseware	17	17
coursewares	18	18
courtesan	14	14
courtesans	15	15
courtyard	16	16
courtyards	17	17
cousinage	16	16
cousinages	17	17
couteau	12	12
couteaux	20	20
couvade	16	16
couvades	17	17
covalence	21	21
covalences	22	22
covalencies	23	23
covalency	23	23
covalent	17	17
covalently	22	22
covariance	21	21
covariances	22	22
covariant	17	17
covariate	16	16