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
annelidan	14	14
annelidans	15	15
annelids	12	12
annex	14	14
annexation	20	20
annexational	23	23
annexationist	23	23
annexationists	24	24
annexations	21	21
annexe	15	15
annexed	17	17
annexes	16	16
annexing	20	20
annihilate	15	15
annihilated	17	17
annihilates	16	16
annihilating	20	20
annihilation	18	18
annihilations	19	19
annihilator	16	16
annihilators	17	17
annihilatory	19	19
anniversaries	19	19
anniversary	19	19
annona	9	9