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
anthraquinones	29	29
anthrax	17	17
anthraxes	19	19
anthro	9	9
anthropic	18	18
anthropical	21	21
anthropocentric	28	28
anthropogenic	25	25
anthropoid	17	17
anthropoids	18	18
anthropological	28	28
anthropologies	23	23
anthropologist	23	23
anthropologists	24	24
anthropology	23	23
anthropometric	26	26
anthropometries	24	24
anthropometry	24	24
anthropomorph	27	27
anthropomorphic	32	32
anthropomorphs	28	28
anthropopathism	29	29
anthropophagi	26	26
anthropophagies	28	28
anthropophagous	29	29