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
anthropophagus	28	28
anthropophagy	28	28
anthroposophies	26	26
anthroposophist	26	26
anthroposophy	26	26
anthros	10	10
anthurium	17	17
anthuriums	18	18
anti	5	5
antiabortion	17	17
antiabortionist	20	20
antiacne	13	13
antiaging	15	15
antiair	8	8
antiaircraft	19	19
antialiasing	17	17
antialiasings	18	18
antiallergenic	23	23
antianxiety	22	22
antiar	7	7
antiarin	10	10
antiarins	11	11
antiarrhythmic	27	27
antiars	8	8
antiarthritic	19	19