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
ankh	11	11
ankhs	12	12
ankle	11	11
anklebone	19	19
anklebones	20	20
ankled	13	13
ankles	12	12
anklet	12	12
anklets	13	13
ankling	16	16
ankus	11	11
ankuses	13	13
ankush	14	14
ankushes	16	16
ankylosaur	19	19
ankylosaurs	20	20
ankylosaurus	22	22
ankylosauruses	24	24
ankylose	16	16
ankylosed	18	18
ankyloses	17	17
ankylosing	21	21
ankylosis	17	17
ankylostomiases	26	26
ankylostomiasis	26	26