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
cravat	13	13
cravats	14	14
crave	12	12
craved	14	14
craven	14	14
cravened	17	17
cravening	20	20
cravenly	19	19
cravenness	19	19
cravens	15	15
craver	13	13
cravers	14	14
craves	13	13
craving	17	17
cravings	18	18
craw	10	10
crawdad	15	15
crawdads	16	16
crawfish	19	19
crawfished	22	22
crawfishes	21	21
crawfishing	25	25
crawl	12	12
crawled	15	15
crawler	14	14