Words with the letter N

The letter N is one of the most frequently used consonants in the English language and in Scrabble, it’s worth 1 point. While it doesn’t carry a high individual value, its versatility makes it a critical tile for forming a wide variety of words. Common short words like an, in, and no are great for quick plays and tight board situations. N often appears in the middle or end of words, making it ideal for connecting letters or extending plays. Its low point value can be balanced by smart placement on double or triple word score tiles to maximize overall value.

Strategically, the letter N is incredibly useful for building longer words and creating parallel plays. It works well in both prefixes and suffixes, helping you form words like none, neat, span, or shine. It’s also valuable for adding to existing words—turning ruin into ruins or plan into plans for extra points. Because it’s so common, N can help you maintain a balanced rack and remain flexible as the game progresses. Though subtle, effective use of the letter N can contribute significantly to steady, consistent scoring throughout a Scrabble match.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
aahing 11 11
abalone 12 12
abalones 13 13
abandon 13 13
abandoned 16 16
abandoner 15 15
abandoners 16 16
abandoning 19 19
abandonment 21 21
abandonments 22 22
abandons 14 14
abasement 16 16
abasements 17 17
abashing 16 16
abashment 18 18
abashments 19 19
abasing 13 13
abatement 16 16
abatements 17 17
abating 13 13
abbreviating 25 25
abbreviation 23 23
abbreviations 24 24
abdicating 20 20
abdication 18 18

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