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.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
abstainers	14	14
abstaining	17	17
abstains	12	12
abstemiousness	22	22
abstention	15	15
abstentions	16	16
abstentious	16	16
absterging	18	18
abstinence	18	18
abstinences	19	19
abstinent	14	14
abstinently	19	19
abstractedness	22	22
abstracting	20	20
abstraction	18	18
abstractional	21	21
abstractionism	24	24
abstractionisms	25	25
abstractionist	21	21
abstractionists	22	22
abstractions	19	19
abstractness	19	19
abstricting	20	20
abstruseness	17	17
absurdness	16	16