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
anosmia	11	11
anosmias	12	12
anosmic	14	14
another	10	10
anovular	15	15
anovulatory	20	20
anoxemia	19	19
anoxemias	20	20
anoxemic	22	22
anoxia	14	14
anoxias	15	15
anoxic	17	17
ansa	5	5
ansae	6	6
ansate	7	7
ansated	9	9
ansatz	16	16
ansatzes	18	18
anserine	10	10
anserines	11	11
anserous	10	10
answer	10	10
answerabilities	23	23
answerability	23	23
answerable	18	18