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
antiunion	13	13
antiurban	15	15
antivenin	16	16
antivenins	17	17
antivenom	18	18
antivenoms	19	19
antiviolence	22	22
antiviral	15	15
antivirus	15	15
antivitamin	20	20
antivitamins	21	21
antiwar	11	11
antiwear	12	12
antiweed	13	13
antiwelfare	19	19
antiwhite	15	15
antler	8	8
antlered	11	11
antlerless	13	13
antlers	9	9
antlike	13	13
antlion	10	10
antlions	11	11
antonomasia	16	16
antonomasias	17	17