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
anole	7	7
anoles	8	8
anolyte	11	11
anolytes	12	12
anomalies	14	14
anomalous	15	15
anomalously	20	20
anomalousness	20	20
anomaly	14	14
anomic	13	13
anomie	10	10
anomies	11	11
anomy	11	11
anon	6	6
anonym	13	13
anonymities	18	18
anonymity	18	18
anonymous	17	17
anonymously	22	22
anonymousness	22	22
anonyms	14	14
anoopsia	12	12
anoopsias	13	13
anopheles	16	16
anopheline	18	18