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
animato	11	11
animator	12	12
animators	13	13
animatos	12	12
animatronic	19	19
animatronically	27	27
animatronics	20	20
anime	9	9
animes	10	10
animi	9	9
animis	10	10
animism	14	14
animisms	15	15
animist	11	11
animistic	16	16
animists	12	12
animosities	15	15
animosity	15	15
animus	11	11
animuses	13	13
anion	7	7
anionic	12	12
anions	8	8
anis	5	5
anise	6	6