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
anthologist	17	17
anthologists	18	18
anthologize	26	26
anthologized	28	28
anthologizer	27	27
anthologizers	28	28
anthologizes	27	27
anthologizing	31	31
anthology	17	17
anthophilous	22	22
anthophyllite	25	25
anthophyllites	26	26
anthozoan	22	22
anthozoans	23	23
anthracene	17	17
anthracenes	18	18
anthraces	15	15
anthracite	16	16
anthracites	17	17
anthracitic	20	20
anthracnose	18	18
anthracnoses	19	19
anthranilate	17	17
anthranilates	18	18
anthraquinone	28	28