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
antbear	11	11
antbears	12	12
ante	5	5
anteater	9	9
anteaters	10	10
antebellum	20	20
antecede	13	13
anteceded	15	15
antecedence	20	20
antecedences	21	21
antecedent	16	16
antecedently	21	21
antecedents	17	17
antecedes	14	14
anteceding	18	18
antecessor	14	14
antecessors	15	15
antechamber	23	23
antechambers	24	24
antechapel	20	20
antechapels	21	21
anted	7	7
antedate	10	10
antedated	12	12
antedates	11	11