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
anodise	9	9
anodised	11	11
anodiser	10	10
anodisers	11	11
anodises	10	10
anodising	14	14
anodization	23	23
anodizations	24	24
anodize	18	18
anodized	20	20
anodizer	19	19
anodizers	20	20
anodizes	19	19
anodizing	23	23
anodyne	12	12
anodynes	13	13
anodynic	16	16
anoint	8	8
anointed	11	11
anointer	10	10
anointers	11	11
anointing	14	14
anointment	16	16
anointments	17	17
anoints	9	9