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
anophelines	19	19
anopia	10	10
anopias	11	11
anopsia	11	11
anopsias	12	12
anorak	11	11
anoraks	12	12
anorectic	16	16
anorectics	17	17
anoretic	12	12
anoretics	13	13
anorexia	16	16
anorexias	17	17
anorexic	19	19
anorexics	20	20
anorexies	17	17
anorexigenic	26	26
anorexy	17	17
anorthic	14	14
anorthite	12	12
anorthites	13	13
anorthitic	16	16
anorthosite	14	14
anorthosites	15	15
anorthositic	18	18